All articles tagged with #addiction
Dwayne Johnson reflects on his abusive childhood and how confronting his past through acting, especially in the film 'The Smashing Machine,' has been a freeing experience, allowing him to explore deeper emotional roles beyond his typical blockbuster persona.
A CNN documentary reveals Chevy Chase's struggles with cocaine and alcohol addiction, including past drug use during filming and personal battles with depression, highlighting a darker side of the comedian alongside colleagues' memories of his caring nature.
A CNN documentary reveals Chevy Chase's struggles with cocaine and alcohol addiction in the '80s, including an intervention and treatment at the Betty Ford Center, while also highlighting his caring side as remembered by colleagues and loved ones.
Sir Anthony Hopkins celebrates 50 years of sobriety, sharing his journey from alcoholism to recovery and urging others to seek help and choose life, emphasizing the positive impact of overcoming addiction.
The article discusses the impact of addiction on families, highlighting the story of the Reiner family and the broader issue of stigma surrounding addiction in the US. It emphasizes that addiction is a widespread disease affecting many, regardless of socioeconomic status, and that violent acts by individuals with addiction are rare. Parents of addicted children often live in fear and loneliness, but recovery is possible with support and perseverance.
Colorado has expanded its gambling laws, leading to increased revenue but also a rise in problem gambling, with concerns about addiction and calls to support services growing. The state benefits financially from gambling taxes, yet faces public health challenges as more residents develop gambling issues, especially among young males, prompting calls for better regulation and support systems.
Instagram, under Meta's leadership, has been actively working for years to attract more teenage users despite criticism and legal challenges over safety and addiction concerns, as revealed by internal records and recent actions following lawsuits.
A person in a 12-step program is concerned because their sponsor, Sally, shared detailed information about another sponsee outside of meetings, violating confidentiality rules.
TikTok, despite promoting digital safety to parents, allegedly knew its platform was addictive and harmful to children’s mental health, with internal documents revealing concerns about its impact on attention, sleep, and mental well-being, raising questions about its role as a potential public health risk similar to tobacco.
Nick Reiner's violent behavior and family tragedy were fueled by long-term methamphetamine addiction, which caused sleeplessness, hallucinations, and violent outbursts, culminating in the murder of his parents during a brutal bender.
Biffy Clyro's bass player James Johnston has withdrawn from their upcoming UK and European tour due to ongoing mental health and addiction issues, but has begun receiving professional help and expressed optimism. Naomi MacLeod will temporarily replace him, and fans have shown support for his decision to prioritize his health.
A former weed addict discusses cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome (CHS), a severe condition caused by chronic cannabis use that leads to intense vomiting ('scromiting') and can cause permanent health issues like osteoporosis, emphasizing the importance of complete abstinence and seeking professional help for addiction recovery.
A Reddit discussion highlights 24 legal activities, such as gambling, social media, credit cards, and certain lifestyle choices, that can have more damaging effects on people's lives than illegal substances, emphasizing that legality doesn't always equate to safety or benefit.
A study using PET scans found that co-using cannabis and tobacco alters brain chemistry by increasing FAAH enzyme levels, which reduces the activity of the 'bliss molecule' anandamide, potentially explaining higher depression, anxiety, and addiction challenges in users of both substances. This research could guide new treatments for cannabis use disorder, especially among tobacco co-users.
Pierce Brosnan has reunited with his estranged son Christopher after 20 years of separation due to his son's struggles with drug addiction, marking a heartfelt moment of forgiveness and family healing in London.