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AWARENESS OF THE CAUSE

Addiction is a major public health issue affecting the whole of society from the poor to the wealthy and the old to the young. People who become addicted know that their behavior is harmful, but they find it extremely difficult to stop. Sadly, many addicts end up losing their jobs and sometimes their homes. Their relationships also suffer, and very often addicts can lose contact with their loved ones. Fortunately, scientists who study addiction have made great headway in treating addicts.

“I’d like to see every young person in the world join the ‘Just Say No’ to drugs club.” – Ronald Reagan

“Wine hath drowned more men than the sea.” – Thomas Fuller

“No one is immune from addiction; it afflicts people of all ages, races, classes, and professions”. – Patrick J. Kennedy

“Quitting smoking is easy, I’ve done it hundreds of times.” – Mark Twain

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