New Helpline Can Help Teens Overcome Addiction
Still others believe that there is nothing that can help them overcome addiction because they are not adults, and addiction is generally seen as a mostly adult problem. A new substance abuse helpline has been created specifically for teens in Amesbury …
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De Blasio: People touched by Chiara's depression, substance abuse confession
Mayor-elect Bill de Blasio said Sunday people worldwide have been touched by his daughter Chiara's Christmas Eve video opening up about her struggles with drug and alcohol abuse. “Since it was released, people all over the country, people all over the …
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New Adolescent Substance Abuse Helpline Assists Young Addicts in Lufkin
Operators are available 24/7 to make sure everyone gets the proper information, guidance and support. The helpline can also help parents locate drug rehab facilities which can help their child overcome substance abuse. Beating an addiction alone is …
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De Blasio's Daughter Admits Battling Alcohol, Drug Addiction
The 19-year-old daughter of Mayor-elect Bill de Blasio admitted in a YouTube video released on Christmas Eve that she sought treatment for alcohol and drug addiction after years of also battling depression. Andrew Siff reports. De Blasio's Daughter Admits.
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Florida Drug Court Judge Has 'Meltdown,' Enters Addiction Rehab
The judge presiding over a misdemeanor drug court in Florida has herself enrolled in addiction treatment after having a “meltdown” on the bench and facing down her personal demons. Broward County Circuit Judge Gisele Pollack broke the news to Local 10, …
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