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 Getting Help

It might be hard to get off of drugs or even telling someone about your drug problem, but someone on drugs needs to get help to start their recovery and to get their life back on track. There are many addiction treatment centers where people are trained to help people with addiction.  SAMHSA is a Substance Abuse and Mental Health Service Administration. If you call 1-800-662-4357, they will provide anyone information and services to help them quit their addictions. 

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