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  Compulsive Gambling

Gamblers Anonymous

Gam-Anon
For friends and family members of compulsive gamblers.

Georgia Council on Compulsive Gambling
The Georgia Council On Problem Gambling is a non-profit organization dedicated to the citizens of the State Of Georgia, to provide awareness, education, and support, through its many resources to help any group, family, or citizen, who feels gambling has become a problem

Google Web Directory - Compulsive Gambling

National Council on Compulsive Gambling, Inc.
The mission of the National Council on Problem Gambling is to increase public awareness of pathological gambling, ensure the widespread availability of treatment for problem gamblers and their families, and to encourage research and programs for prevention and education.

The Wager
A weekly research bulletin published by the Division on Addictions at Harvard Medical School in collaboration with the Massachusetts Council on Compulsive Gambling.

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Eating Disorders

About.com Eating Disorder Site
Information and links about eating disorders.

Academy for Eating Disorders

The Academy for Eating Disorders is a multidisciplinary professional organization focusing on Anorexia Nervosa, Bulimia Nervosa, Binge Eating Disorder and related disorders.

American Anorexia Bulimia Association
The American Anorexia Bulimia Association is a national, non-profit organization of concerned members of the public and healthcare industry dedicated to the prevention and treatment of eating disorders.

Anorexia Nervosa and Related Eating Disorders, Inc.
A nonprofit organization that provides information about anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, binge eating disorder, compulsive exercising, and other less well-known food and weight disorders. 

Eating Disorders

Eating Disorders Online

The Eating Disorder Site Food Addicts Anonymous
Food Addicts Anonymous is a fellowship of men and women who are willing to recover from the disease of food addiction. 


Gaining on Fat (Scientific American Article)
As a costly epidemic of obesity spreads through the industrial world, scientists are uncovering the biological roots of this complex disease. 

Google Web Directory - Eating Disorders

Harvard Eating Disorders Center
The Harvard Eating Disorders Center advances the understanding, prevention, and treatment of eating disorders through research, education, and outreach. Staffed by leaders in the field, the center spearheads research into the causes and treatments for eating disorders, as well as their associated medical and psychological conditions.

National Association of Anorexia Nervosa and Associated Disorders
Founded in 1976, ANAD is the oldest national non-profit organization helping eating disorder victims and their families. In addition to its free hotline counseling, ANAD operates an international network of support groups for sufferers and families, and offers referrals to health care professionals.

Overeaters Anonymous
Overeaters Anonymous is a Fellowship of individuals who, through shared experience, strength and hope, are recovering from compulsive overeating. We welcome everyone who wants to stop eating compulsively.

Overeaters Anonymous Meetings in Metro Atlanta, GA.

Something Fishy
Web site on eating disorders.

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llicit Drugs of Abuse

About.com - Substance Abuse Site
Comprehensive resource.

Drug Abuse and Dependence
WebMD article.

Georgia Nar-Anon Information
For families, relatives and friends of drug abusers. Meetings and phone numbers.

Infofax: Science-Based Facts on Drug Abuse and Addiction
From the National Institute on Drug Abuse, National Institutes of Health.

Medline Plus
News and information about drug abuse.

Narcotics Anonymous

Narcotics Anonymous Georgia

National Clearinghouse for Alcohol and Drug Information

National Institute on Drug Abuse

Principles of Drug Addiction Treatment
A research-based guide from the National Institute on Drug Abuse.

Street Terms: Drugs and the Drug Trade
The Street Terms database contains over 2,000 street terms that refer to specific drug types or drug activity.

Treatment Methods
National Institute on Drug Abuse.

Yahoo Health: Drug Abuse News

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Intervention for Alcoholism and Other Addictions

Al-Anon/Alateen
Family support

Another Empty Bottle
Intervention resources

Frequently Asked Questions

How to Stage an Intervention

Intervention FAQ

Interview with Sharon Lowe

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Prescription Drug Abuse

Chemically Dependent Anonymous

Criteria for Substance Dependence Diagnosis

Drugs of Abuse

Facts about Opiates

Lycos News: Pharmaceuticals
This site offers the latest news and information on the use and misuse of pharmaceuticals.

Narcotics Anonymous

Opioid Dependence

Pills Anonymous
On-line support

Prescriptionabuse.org
Comprehensive site

Prescription Drugs
Boston University Medical Center

Prescription Drug Use and Abuse
National Institute on Drug Abuse

Prescription Medications

Substance Abuse Resource Guide
Many good links

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Sexual Addiction

Codependents of Sexual  Addiction
For friends and family affected by another person's compulsive sexual behavior.

National Council on Sexual Addiction and Compulsivity


Online Sexual Addiction Questionnaire

S-Anon
For friends and family of sexual compulsives.

Sex Addicts Anonymous
Sex Addicts Anonymous, S.A.A., is a fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength and hope with each other so they may overcome their sexual addiction and help others recover from sexual addiction or dependency.

Sexaholics Anonymous

Sexhelp.com
Dr. Carnes is a nationally known speaker and pioneer in the field of sexual addiction. His work has brought hope and understanding to millions of people seeking to overcome the power of their addictions. An award winning author, his work has been described as Ñsimply the best available on addiction and its consequences.â Dr. Carnes is the Clinical Director of Sexual Disorder Services at The Meadows in Wickenburg, Arizona.

Sexual Addiction Recovery Resources

Sexual Addiction Recovery Resources Online
Newsgroups, mailing lists, links.

Sexual Compulsives Anonymous

Sex and Love Addicts Anonymous

Sexual Recovery Anonymous

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Smoking and Smoking Cessation

About.com guide
A good starting place.

American Heart Association
Information about smoking and smoking cessation.

Cigarettes and Other Nicotine Products
National Institute on Drug Abuse

Excite - Smoking Cessation Web Sites

Facts and Tips to Quit Smoking
From the National Cancer Institute.

General Smoking Information
American Lung Association.

Medline Plus Smoking Site
News and information about smoking. National Library of Medicine.

Smoking
WebMD article on health effects, smoking cessation.

Tobacco Information and Prevention Source (TIPS)
Information, resources and links from the CDC.

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Eating Disorders

llicit Drugs of Abuse

Prescription Drug Abuse

Intervention for Alcoholism and Other Addictions

Sexual Addiction

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