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Lindsay Lohan’s Rehab Experience: Not Going Well At All
At the renowned Betty Ford Center in Rancho Mirage, California, Lindsay Lohan is doing her court-ordered rehab stint for three months as part of a plea deal in her lying-to-cops case involving a car accident in Santa Monica, California last summer. But things at the facility have been far from “rehabilitating” for the troubled actress. She is struggling severely with overeating, poor hygiene, and lack of energy due to her prescription drug, Adderall, being taken away from her. Reported exclusively by RadarOnline.com, an anonymous source spoke out about the actress’s uncomfortable experience, revealing that “Lindsay just doesn’t want to be there. She was forced to go to Betty Ford by the judge instead of going to jail. The actress looks extremely haggard, her face is bloated, and it doesn’t look like … Read entire article »
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Celebrities: They’re Just Like Us
As with anyone else, addiction affects celebrities differently. Some recover, others struggle to get it their whole lives. This disease kills indiscriminately; whether you are a glorified hip-hop star or a mother of four in the suburbs. Those who recover and give back to their communities – like Friends star Matthew Perry – are reaping the benefits of a life in sobriety. Others struggle through multiple treatment centers, multiple detoxes, and multiple relapses. Just ask Brooke … Read entire article »
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Recovery without God
A recent study performed by Harvard University’s McLean Hospital looking into the recovery process concludes that “faith in God positively influences treatment for individuals with psychiatric illness.” While the belief in a God, often euphemized as “Higher Power” in many mental health and addiction recovery communities, is promoted heavily especially in 12-step programs, it is not for everyone and recovery is possible without this approach. I prefer a more personalized approach based on self-empowerment and … Read entire article »
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Charlie Sheen’s Twins Stay with Denise Richards While Brooke Mueller Does Yet Another Stint in Rehab
Brooke Mueller, Charlie Sheen’s wife and mother of their two children, Bob and Max, has started yet another stint in rehab for prescription drug abuse, leaving the twins in Sheen’s ex-wife, Denise Richards’ hands for the time being. Mueller’s representative explained recently, “Brooke is currently at UCLA Medical Center where she has been since being admitted May 3. Brooke will be there for several more days, and will likely transition directly into a residential treatment facility … Read entire article »
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Financial Crisis Caused By Cocaine
The financial crisis that has plagued the world for the last several years has had many up in arms. Everybody wants something or someone to blame. From political parties bouncing back and forth, regulations wobbling, and general chaos of the public, it has caused a financial and social problem that reaches all corners of the globe. However, one person—David Nutt, the former Drug Czar of Great Britain—claims that the underlying issue is simple: cocaine. Many bankers … Read entire article »
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The Ten Most Addictive Drugs in the World
Dutch scientists conducted a study recently in order to determine what drugs are the most addictive and why. The researchers used their findings to generate a “dependency rating” for each drug. Those with the highest dependency rating are considered the most expensive. The drugs were rated on a precise scale of 0 to 3. In real life, there are many factors that contribute to the likelihood that you will become addicted to drugs, such as your … Read entire article »
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Crystal Meth Causes Permanent Brain Damage
Past methamphetamine use certainly takes away the ability for one to experience pleasure in early sobriety, but is the damage permanent? The highs of meth are very high; however, the lows of coming down from the drug are arguably the lowest of lows. Many addicts wonder if they are doomed to depression forever if they quit the habit. The unfortunate reality is that those addicted to crystal meth must work extra hard to be “happy” without … Read entire article »
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Indian Man Attempted to Sell His Grandson for Money to Buy Drugs
A man in India, Feroz Khan, 47, recently arranged a deal on Facebook with a local businessman to sell his newborn grandson in exchange for drugs. They agreed to have two hospital workers kidnap the baby just hours after he was born. According to a newspaper in India, the Indian Express, Khan, along with a nurse, Sunita Rani, and another person known only as Gurpreet, have been arrested for attempted kidnapping. The baby’s mother, Noori, had opposed … Read entire article »
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Recovery and Circumcision
Recovery through the 12 Steps is a lot like the ancient Biblical practice of circumcision. Circumcision is the surgical removal of flesh (foreskin) from the male penis, having possible origins in ancient Judaism. In the book of Genesis, the Biblical God made a covenant of circumcision with Abraham, and from then on, it became a tradition for all the men of Israel. However, the physical act was intended to represent the inward change of hearts. Either way … Read entire article »
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Amanda Bynes Busted For Allegedly Getting Stoned in Her Gym
Former Nickelodeon and child television star Amanda Bynes has caught the attention of the media again for reportedly smoking weed in a dumb place. Earlier in April, Bynes was photographed with a large rolled cigarette in her hand, which is believed to be a joint. One week later, Bynes was busted at her New York gym for allegedly lighting up in the women’s locker room while celebrating “4/20.” According to sources, the young star was asked to leave the Planet Fitness in Harlem. They also asked her not to return and revoked her membership, indicating that they took the situation very seriously. Doesn’t Bynes get a little bit of grace because it was April 20th – or 4/20, the “stoner’s holiday”? Apparently not. A gym is a dumb place to be lighting up, especially if … Read entire article »
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