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A drug addiction is a physical and psychological dependence that leads to cravings for the drug. Learn the signs and symptoms of drug addiction as well as the effects it can have on individuals and those around them.

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The Truth: A Young Adult Perspective on Alcohol & Drug Abuse on Vimeo

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