THE IMPACT OF THE OPIOID CRISIS ON MICHIGAN
Needless to say, over the past 20 years that it has taken root, the Opioid Crisis has never seemed to cut the United States any slack. Over these two decades, over two million people have become full-blown opioid addicts, while hundreds of thousands more have died as a direct result of opioid-related overdoses. Add to […]
How the TV Series House Portrays Vicodin Addiction
Sometimes, we can learn lessons from some of the most unlikely places. Perhaps one of the best examples is the acclaimed television series House. Considered one of the best medical dramas of the early 2000s, the award-winning story about a cantankerous doctor and his tough-as-nails, unconventional approach to his practice attracted the attention of audiences […]
LOOKING BACK ON CHRIS BENOIT’S VIOLENT AND TRAGIC ROAD DOWN DRUG ADDICTION
When we take a look back at the world of professional wrestling, fans will all agree that one of the greatest wrestlers during the early 2000s was Chris Benoit, a small but strong member of World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE). During his time in the ring, Benoit teamed up with the likes of fellow superstars Shawn […]
Tennis Star Andre Agassi Discusses His Crystal Meth Addiction
Needless to say, anyone who is a fan of professional tennis will immediately recognize the name Andre Agassi. Also known by the nickname “The Punisher.” Long regarded as one of the greatest tennis players and possibly one of the most influential athletes of his time, Agassi dominated the playing field between the 1990s and the […]
Wrestlers Whose Careers Were Destroyed by Drugs
Needless to say, when you work for a business where big is always better, a few problems are bound to arise here and there. Just ask the members of World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE). It is one of the biggest sports entertainment companies on the planet (besides TNA Wrestling). Not to mention the pioneers of outrageous […]
THE IMPACT OF THE OPIOID CRISIS ON WASHINGTON D.C.
Although America has been fighting the onslaught of the Opioid Crisis for over two decades now, dangerous synthetic painkillers and prescription medications have continued to trigger thousands of overdoses and even larger rates of addiction (ranking up to 2 million as of 2016). However, reports issued by the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) and […]
The Dangerous Downward Spiral of Cory Monteith
Needless to say, even if you are not a fan of the original series, you have definitely heard of the smash hit simply called Glee. During its amazing 6-year run, the iconic TV show gathered a collection of followers numbering in the millions (happily calling themselves “gleeks,” a portmanteau of the words “glee” and “geek”). […]
Jeff Conaway and his Log-Term Battle with Addiction
Anyone who is familiar with films and TV shows from the 1970s and 80s is fully familiar with actor and singer Jeff Conaway. After rising from humble beginnings at New York University to a stint on TV commercials, Conaway gained a following after appearing with Robert De Niro and Barry Bostwick in the movie Jennifer […]
Looking Back at Judy Garland’s Severe Case of Addiction
Throughout the time American cinema started to explode with popularity. Many stars and starlets began to capture the hearts of the public. But perhaps one of the most iconic and beloved is Judy Garland. Even today, fans young and old adore the actress for her childlike demeanor. Not to mention her gorgeous singing voice. Today, […]
A CLOSER LOOK AT THE LOS ANGELES METH CRISIS
Often, whenever we think about crystal meth and laboratories where it is manufactured, we will typically picture a bald man dressed in a yellow hazmat suit toting chemicals around a trailer. Although Walter White might have seared the image of meth cooks into the heads of mainstream media for years now, keep in mind that […]