Archive for March, 2011

Celebrity Drug Overdose-Who’s Really Responsible?

Wednesday, March 23rd, 2011

In 1962, Marilyn Monroe overdosed on Pentabarbital, aka Nembutal and Chloral hydrate (sleeping pills).  She was found dead at the age of 36 in her Los Angeles home. While her “barbituate poisoning” was deemed a possible suicide, many still speculate that it was an accidental overdose. On February 8, 2007, the controversial TV personality and [...]

The Struggle of Addiction to Painkillers

Friday, March 18th, 2011

Recording artist Eminem, otherwise known as Marshall Mathers, recognized for his popularity, fortune and recording contract, was incapable of keeping away from the damaging world of drugs. Celebrities believe that if they’re able to avoid illegal substances they’re in the clear. However, Eminem’s problem with addiction wasn’t related to an illegal substance that was purchased [...]

Substance Abuse & Pregnancy

Tuesday, March 15th, 2011

Pregnancy is a motivating factor to stop drug and alcohol abuse, this is a delicate time for both the woman’s body and the fetus and can be easily complicated when substance abuse is involved.  “When you are pregnant, it is important that you watch what you put into your body. Consumption of illegal drugs is [...]

Charlie Sheen Rants Display the Need for Drug Rehab

Thursday, March 3rd, 2011

A month ago Charlie Sheen was re-entering rehab, voluntarily even and for a brief moment it seemed like the actor was finally (and again) taking a step in the right direction. “Charlie Sheen has voluntarily entered an undisclosed rehabilitation center today,” his rep Stan Rosenfeld said on Jan. 28. “He is most grateful to all [...]