Sunday, May 28, 2023
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The Sober World provides information for families who have a loved one struggling with addiction/mental health. We have self-help groups, information on medication assisted treatment,drug paraphernalia and more. The Sober World has some questions you can ask when your loved one is ready to go to treatment. We have lists of family groups, AA- Alcoholics Anonymous, Smart Recovery, Nar-Anon, Al-Anon and Families anonymous.The Sober World provides quality treatment centers, detox centers, sober living, extended care and more. Addiction is a family affair and parents need to learn all they can about addiction/mental health and learn to take care of themselves.

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