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What is the best way to overcome my addiction to vicodin?

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Professional help: Addiction is physical and psychological. The physical dependence can be eased with medications however the psychological dependence is much greater ! it is really best to get counseling to help you beat the psych. Craving. Most drugs that are abused are basically being used to "self medicate" or treat "issues".

Answered 6/13/2014

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Try to Taper : Options to overcome Vicodin or addiction to any opioid pain medication: 1. Taper over 2 weeks to minimum dose then stop with help of social support, exercise, nutrition and naturally calming foods/supplements and/or relaxation techniques. 2. See an addiction specialist who isn't stuck to 1 approach, they'll help you through the process. 3. Consider medication maintenance but not as 1st choice...

Answered 6/8/2015

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