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Lou Gramm says a spiritual awakening led him to get clean and become a devout Christian. MORE
The TV star shares his milestone on Twitter, saying "it works if you work it." MORE
Photos showing a recovering addict's stunning transformation receive thousands of "likes." MORE
An NYU researcher urges physicians to attend 12-step meetings for "education." Some recovering addicts tell The Fix they agree. MORE
Prescription painkiller abuse plagues the NFL, Canadian kids smoke the most pot, and comedian Kevin Hart arrested for drunk driving. MORE
Pot users are more likely to abuse Rx drugs, celebrities ask Obama to change drug policy, and an American Airlines pilot is charged with attempted drunk flying. MORE
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A bold new documentary, The Anonymous People, breaks the invisibility of addiction. MORE
Fix video columnist Jane Velez-Mitchell says preparing for triggering situations can help prevent emotional "hangovers." MORE
By John Gordon
Legendary film critic, screenwriter, author and recovering alcoholic Roger Ebert dies at 70. MORE
Scientists use lasers to "turn off" cocaine addiction in rats' brains. Will it work on humans? MORE
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New research suggests that drug cravings and decision-making are linked in the brain.
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An apparel company is asking for $5 million, claiming Lohan's drug use sullied their brand.
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Female college students are more likely to drink above their recommended limits.
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The young rapper is arrested after the "nerdiest 911 call ever" by a panicky security guard.
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Czech Republic seizes 1 million liters of illegal booze, Newtown gunman had no alcohol or drugs in his system, and NY Jet Mike Goodson "only guilty of being drunk."
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