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My partner of 6 months was a drug user previously to us getting together ( all types from heroin to cocaine ) and although she says she is clean i am still worried that she is not telling me the truth so i was just wondering if there were any little tell tale sighns that she may still be using occasionly.
Thank you very much Darren

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Darren,

How did she use when she used, did she shoot up? There are small track marks on the body that may look like zits and there are other ways to tell,weight loss,weight gain,nausea,vomiting,anger,withdrawal emotionally,hyperactivity or complete lack of interest. I need to know more,why are you feeling like she may be using?
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I can answer questions on substance abuse and addiction as well as possible ideas for abstinence and groups. I have been a substance abuse counseling specialist for 5 years. I cannot give medically diagnose but can give accurate advice and helpful ideas.

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I have been a substance abuse counselor for five years and have detoxed clients off of all drugs and alcohol.

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I have a minor in addiction,an A.A. in Juvenile Justice and am working on my B.A in Criminal Justice with addiction. I have worked with doctors who specialize in medical detox and have 10 years nursing field experience.

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