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Opioid Addiction Digital Tool Kit:
The South Suburban Council is a leader in Treatment and Recovery Support for those experiencing Opioid Addiction (Opioid Use Disorder {OUD}). We offer innovative and comprehensive evidence based treatment options including dedicated Recovery Coach's and Medication...
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U.S. Surgeon General – Spotlight on Opioids:
This article contains many resources that can be used in support of opioid addiction recovery and treatment including a Text Helpline and The South Suburban Council's Recovery Coaches: The Spotlight on Opioids assembles opioid-related information from the Surgeon...
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Spread The Word:
We want to spread the word that we are right here in our communities and have been for over 52 years. We offer innovate, compassionate, respectful and next level substance abuse and mental health treatment....
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Narcan Training Video:
Training Video How To Get Narcan
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Alcoholism and Alcohol Abuse:
Alcoholism and Alcohol Abuse Also called: Alcohol dependence The South Suburban Council on Alcoholism, Substance Abuse and Mental Health On this page Basics Summary Start Here Symptoms Diagnosis and Tests Prevention and Risk Factors Treatments and Therapies Learn More...
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Opioid Abuse and Addiction:
Opioid Abuse and Addiction: The South Suburban Council on Alcoholism, Substance Abuse and Mental Health On this page Basics Summary Start Here Diagnosis and Tests Prevention and Risk Factors Treatments and Therapies Learn More Related Issues Specifics Genetics...
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Painkillers and Opioid Use Disorder:
Painkillers and Opioid Use Disorder Source:One of the most frequent reasons people go to the doctor is for pain relief. There are a number of different drugs that can ease pain. About 20% of people will get a medication called an opioid. You could also hear your...
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ILLINOIS HELPLINE FOR OPIOIDS AND OTHER SUBSTANCES
ILLINOIS HELPLINE FOR OPIOIDS AND OTHER SUBSTANCES Bradley Stein, Director of Marketing, Media Relations, Business Development and Senior Counselor at The South Suburban Council wishes to remind residents in our communities of the Illinois Helpline for Opioids and...
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What are the symptoms of opioid use disorder (OUD)?
WebMD - Symptoms of OUD? ANSWER Using more of the drugs or using them longer than you intended Can’t control or cut down use Spend lots of time finding drugs or recovering from use Have a strong desire or urge to use Use despite legal or social problems Stop or...
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NEW Website Launch!
For over 52 years The South Suburban Council has been a leader and innovator in Substance Abuse and Mental Health Treatment and Recovery Support. Servicing the Chicagoland and Northwest Indiana, we are the preeminent Treatment Facility in our area. Today we announce...
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