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Rehabilitation

By Buddy T, About.com

Created: December 3, 2003

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Definition: Restoration to good health or a useful life, through support, therapy and/or education. The process of quitting drinking or substance abuse and learning how to remain abstinent.
Also Known As: Treatment, Rehab
Examples: After trying to quit on his own, he checked himself into a rehabilitation center.
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