CELEBRITIES AND ADDICTION
Celebrities influence fans and media but are simultaneously exposed to the massive stresses of fame. As a result, some turn to alcohol or drugs as a way to coddle the insecurities and anxieties that their lifestyle causes. Below are inspiring stories of famous individuals who have committed to a life of sobriety and are now […]
BREAKING THE GENERATIONAL CYCLE OF ADDICTION
Unfortunately, unhealthy characteristics have the ability to be passed from one generation to the next. For many families in the U.S., the struggle of addiction is a difficult cycle to break. It takes just one person to impact a generation’s substance abuse risk in the future. Preventing Intergenerational Addiction Watching an addiction chip away at […]
ADDICTION TO GABAPENTIN
Gabapentin (also known by the brand name Neurontin) is a prescription painkiller that is a member of the drug class, Gabapentinoids. It is mainly used to treat restless leg syndrome, hot flashes, epilepsy, and neuropathic pain. Usually it is used as a less addictive alternative to opioids; however, Gabapentin abuse and addiction still occurs in […]
Heather Locklear’s Terrible Plight of Addiction
In a large number of cases, people will successfully complete addiction treatment, returning to their lives as if the sickness had never affected them, but, in tragic cases, some people are locked into what seems like an endless cycle of addiction to recovery and addiction again. Over the years, we have seen many celebrities enter […]
Robin William’s Tragic Relationship with Addiction
Needless to say, no comedian has managed to capture the love of children and adults as much as the one-of-a-kind Robin Williams. From the moment he exploded onto the scene as the alien Mork on Happy Days (1974-1984), resulting in the successful spin-off Mork and Mindy (1978-1982), this zany actor established himself as a well-versed […]
Kelsey Grammar Has a Unique Approach to Abstinence from Alcohol
When you take a good long look at his resume, Kelsey Grammar has a list of accomplishments that is so vast, we would probably be here all day. After graduating from the esteemed Juilliard School and receiving acclaim for his portrayal of Lennox in Macbeth, the iconic actor rose to stardom after receiving the role […]
CELEBRITIES WHO DIED FROM SMOKING-RELATED COMPLICATIONS
Losing a celebrity is, in a way, equivalent to losing a family member. Many of us grew up watching or listening to a number of famous people who brought so much joy to our lives through the magic of radio, television, and movies. From Cary Grant and Jack Lemmon to beauties like Audrey Hepburn and […]
The Sad Truth behind Walt Disney’s Chain-Smoking
Looking back at the history of movie-making in our country, one of the most beloved figures is, by far, the man who heralded a new era of magic: Mr. Walt Disney. Considered the godfather of animation, this legendary artist and former paperboy created some of the most beloved characters in the history of film, all […]
How Mighty Mouse Created A Cocaine-Infested Upheaval
Anyone who grew up during the 50s and 60s, or is just a fan of nostalgia, probably grew up watching the cartoon series Mighty Mouse. With one glance, you can quickly see why. With his adorable little red and yellow costume and his happy-go-lucky confidence, the super-strong little rodent was cute enough for kids and […]
REVIEW THE TRAGIC ADDICTION STORY OF ELVIS PRESLEY
When it comes to people who have earned the distinction of “American icons,” you don’t need to look any further than the “King” himself: Elvis Presley. Rising from his backwoods Mississippi and Tennessee roots to become a sensation of music, Presley was adored for his deep, sensual singing voice, and his incredible stage presence. Boys […]
