Ford Nation YouTube video reveals Mayor's drug 'embarrassment'
He addressed the drug issue in answer to a question sent in by a person in Bangkok who asked why he lied about his “substance abuse problem” when he was asked about the issue after the crack video scandal broke last May. Ford later admitted in November …
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Minimum alcohol pricing 'saves lives'
The research team say that would help prevent 860 premature deaths a year and reduce alcohol-related hospital admissions by 29,900 a year. The biggest effect … They are predicted to cut their alcohol intake by around 300 units a year. However, the …
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Ian Thorpe in rehab for depression, alcohol abuse
Australian swimmer Ian Thorpe was admitted to a Sydney hospital as he again fights depression and alcohol abuse. Thorpe was hurt in a fall this week, prompting family members to seek medical help. He was admitted to the hospital Wednesday, according to …
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Question by The Equalist: Is it highly suspect whenever a man opens up a “gay rehab camp”?
I’m referring to Marcus Bachmann’s little camp for gay men.

This would suggest that Marcus Bachmann can at least relate from firsthand experience.

Usually “rehab camps” whether it be for alcoholics or eating disorders, is usually headed by someone who wants endured that same predicament but eventually overcame it.
wants = *once

Best answer:

Answer by ahandle101
Is it your belief that no gay people do drugs? Is there something about being gay that prevents drug use?

Answer by rougefox97969
lol yeah. Those places are the biggest joke. They remind me of the Indian boarding schools of the old west.

'Recovering Alcoholic': Words That Stigmatize or Empower?
The deliberate decision of the founders of Alcoholics Anonymous to enshrine anonymity as a central pillar of that fellowship attests to the stigma attached to alcoholism. The intent, of course, … Neuropsychological Rehabilitation, 18, 671-691. Follow …
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The hounding of Ian Thorpe sends a catastrophic message
Now, contrary to reports, Ian Thorpe did not enter rehab this week for alcohol addiction but for depression. The swimmer – whose attempted sporting comeback was prevented by a shoulder injury – is recovering from surgery, and taking a combination of …
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Voices: 'Heroin abuse looks like my dad'
That would mean we'd never rekindle our lost relationship. Fear my father will die from an overdose is the reason I strongly support syringe exchange programs, in which addicts receive clean needles and information about rehab. … Even though he has …
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