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Amy Winehouse Found Dead

Monday, July 25th, 2011

The “Rehab” singer sought treatment for her drug and alcohol abuse, but in the end wasn’t able to overcome the disease of addiction.

The death of Amy Winehouse at age 27 is a tragedy for the music world, a tragedy for her family and loved ones, and a stark reminder that addiction is a nefarious disease that has no respect for talent or celebrity. No one is immune.

She was found dead at her apartment in London on Saturday, July 23, 2011, police and her publicist confirmed. No cause of death has been determined, and it will likely be weeks before the medical examiner issues a ruling. (more…)

Tags: Celebrity Alcohol Addiction, Celebrity Drug Addiction, Substance Abuse Treatment
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Lindsay Lohan Celebrates Release at Club

Wednesday, July 6th, 2011

Lohan headed out to a party the same day she was sprung from home confinement, causing some to wonder if she’s serious about making a change.

Troubled actress and singer Lindsay Lohan was released from home confinement after 35 days, a sentence that was originally imposed for misdemeanor theft and probation violation. But her freedom was threatened several weeks before her release when she tested positive for alcohol after hosting a party at home.

The actress was originally sentenced to 120 days in jail after entering a guilty plea to stealing a necklace from a jewelry store earlier this year. The jail time was traded for much less time served at home because of jail overcrowding and credit for good behavior for prisoners. (more…)

Tags: Celebrity Alcohol Addiction, Celebrity Drug Addiction, Substance Abuse
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Presidents & Addiction

Friday, February 25th, 2011

As we celebrate our country’s top leaders both past and present it’s worth taking a look at what they’ve done to help further the cause of substance abuse treatment.

In the month we celebrate our presidents past and present in the United States, it seems only appropriate for those of us in the recovery community to also look at what they’ve done – both purposely and by accident – to further addiction awareness.

President Bush and Alcohol

Before he was the Commander In Chief, George W. Bush battled a drinking problem. In his younger years, it took the form of pranks and minor brushes with the law, but it later became an issue that began to hamper his performance. In the James Hatfield penned Bush bio, Fortunate Son, Bush is quoted as saying, “alcohol began to compete with my energies … I’d lose focus.” (more…)

Tags: Alcohol Abuse, Marijuana Use, Prescription Drug Addiction
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We’re All Addicts

Wednesday, February 9th, 2011

It’s an interesting idea, raised by the book Addict Nation, but is it true?

Headline News’ Jane Velez-Mitchell knows a little something about addiction. As someone in recovery for alcoholism, the newswoman is aware of its pull and its dangers. In her latest book, Addict Nation: An Intervention for America, Velez-Mitchell posits that the problem is far more widespread than most people acknowledge. In fact, she suggests that we’re a nation of addicts, each addicted to some substance or behavior. (more…)

Tags: Addiction, Addictive Substances, Substance Abuse
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Celebrity Enabling

Wednesday, February 2nd, 2011

Hollywood has a vested interest in keeping stars working — even if their health, emotional well-being or sobriety are at stake.

Actor Charlie Sheen was back in the news on Jan. 27, 2011, after being rushed to a Los Angeles-area hospital by ambulance. The hard-partying actor’s rep attributed the medical problem to “severe pain related to a hernia,” according to CNN.com. Sheen left Cedars-Sinai Medical Center later that same day, after being treated for what was characterized as an ongoing condition, but that didn’t stop reporters from swarming the hospital after news of the early morning 911 call leaked. (more…)

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