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I've been abusing laxatives for 3 yrs. 40 pills a day. i can't go without them? how do i stop needing them?
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Addiction Psychiatry: You will not be able to do this on your own. You may need to find and meet with an addiction counselor or addiction psychiatrist. If you do not know where to find this type of service your family physician may be a good place to start.
Answered 4/15/2013
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