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Are addiction services effective?
Paula Gibson's daughter Clare was in and out of addiction services for 20 years, highlighting the long-term, complex nature of recovery. Services often struggle with underfunding, staff shortages, and a lack of integrated care, making sustained support challenging for individuals battling chronic addiction.
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