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Step 1
Realize it's a drug. For some people this is difficult to understand, since unlike cocaine, heroin or marijuana, it can be purchased legally from many drug or discount stores. However diet pills can cause the same type of harm or damage other drugs can cause. Over use can lead to problems with organs and other parts of the body. In extreme cases, it can cause heart failure that results in death.
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Step 2
To ensure that your use of diet pills has not damaged your body or caused permanent health problems, it is important to see your doctor. The use of diet pills may have done a little bit of damage that is only temporary. By visiting your doctor, you can ensure it doesn't become permanent. The other major advantage you have in visiting your doctors when working to overcome diet pill addiction is the fact that they have many resources available at their fingertips that they can pass on to you. Many know of treatment facilities, as well as organizations in your community that can help you beat your addiction, whether you prefer an in-patient, out-patient or self-help treatment option.
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Step 3
Getting help for your addiction to diet pills can be rather difficult, which is why it is important that you engage family and friends in the process. They can serve as great resources since they know you better than most other people. Whether you need someone to talk to or a shoulder to cry on, family and friends can give you the support you need until you break your addition. In addition, they can also be of great assistance in helping you stay away from diet pills once you have recovered.
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Step 4
The most critical step in overcoming diet pill addiction is seeking professional assistance. Generally this is the last step, since most people need a wake up call about the addiction from their doctor or family and friends. There are a number of different treatment options available. You may find that an in-patient center is ideal for you, since it removes you from your current environment and the temptation to use and abuse diet pills. On the other hand, a self-help organization may be better since it provides some anonymity and doesn't interfere with your job or the needs of your family. Regardless of which option you choose, it is important that you get assistance and overcome your addition to diet pills.
