Chemical Dependency is a condition which is primary, progressive and incurable. If untreated, many Chemically Dependent people will die prematurely. The condition is marked by an obsession for and compulsion to use alcohol. We also continue to use alcohol and drugs despite negative consequences. It is also marked by withdrawal and tolerance.
Chemical Dependency is unquestionably one of the most wide-spread and devastating health problems in the United States. It is a potentially fatal disorder afflicting over 15 million people in this country. According to the National Institute for Substance Abuse, the number of Americans dealing with some form of Chemical Dependency is on the rise.
Chemical Dependency is a disease which affects not only the addicted person, but also the family members and significant others. It is a treatable medical illness from which, with support, patients can sustain prolonged remission.
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