Pubdate: Mon, 09 Jul 2001
Source: Buffalo News (NY)
Copyright: 2001 The Buffalo News
Contact:  http://www.buffnews.com/
Details: http://www.mapinc.org/media/61
Authors: Abigail Van Buren and Jeanne Phillips
Bookmark: http://www.mapinc.org/pot.htm (Cannabis)

A HABIT TO KICK

Dear Abby: I started smoking marijuana eight years ago. I consider 
myself a "social smoker." I quit for three years, then went back to 
using it. I can go for months without it, but always return to 
getting stoned again. I keep telling myself I have to stop.

If I continue using grass, I know I will never hold a good job, 
because I would test positive if the company has random drug testing. 
I want to quit. Is going to rehab the only way? Or are there other 
alternatives? Please help me.

- - All "Smoked" Out Dear All "Smoked" Out: I admire the fact you 
recognize you have a problem that must be dealt with. Since you 
haven't been able to break the habit on your own, rehab and drug 
counseling are indicated to end your psychological addiction. Good 
luck.
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MAP posted-by: Josh Sutcliffe