Charlie Sheen risks influencing vulnerable addicts of all ages; claims he cured his addictions with his mind. http://ow.ly/45eMH

Sadly, the recent increase in opioid prescriptions correlates w/ sharp increase in drug poisonings of children under 5. http://ow.ly/454AH

Substance abuse, particularly of prescription drugs, is an often overlooked problem among the elderly. http://ow.ly/44tA7

Substance abuse, particularly of prescritpion drugs, is an often overlooked problem among the elderly. http://ow.ly/44ter

Substance abuse, particularly of prescritpion drugs, is an often overlooked problem among the elderly. http://ow.ly/44ter

"Drugs are merely the most obvious form of addiction in our society."
-- Christopher Lasch

From the NFL Combine today, the only news about Ryan Mallett's rumored drug problem is that he's not talking . . . http://ow.ly/442VS

A powerful new anti-drug campaign taps into teens' sense of vanity to draw attention to the toll drug use takes on the human body. http://ow.ly/43Yrl

A recent survey of psychiatrists reveals 58% identified suboxone as the most effective therapy for treatment of opioid addiction. http://ow.ly/43Mm9

Charlie Sheen's alarming descent into irrationality continued this morning . . . http://ow.ly/43zX6

Indiana Governor and potential Republican presidential candidate, Mitch Daniels, discusses his arrest for possession of marijuana during his college years and the lessons learned from that experience. http://ow.ly/42W7A

Recent research suggests that drug addiction impacts more than just the rewards system of the human brain. http://ow.ly/42HCt

Looming budget cuts worry both patients and staff at Illinois drug treatment facilities. http://ow.ly/42mzx

Ryan Mallett, one of the most promising quarterbacks in the NFL Draft, is at risk of coming out empty-handed due to rumors of heavy drug use. http://ow.ly/41TUw

Good tips for knowing when to seek help for loved ones who may be dealing with drug or alcohol addiction. http://ow.ly/41oKB

Mike Starr, former Alice in Chains bassist, has been arrested for drug possession following a traffic stop in Salt Lake City. http://ow.ly/41bGN

At 62, Ozzy Ozbourne still deals with the effects of taking LSD during his wilder days as the Black Sabbath frontman. http://ow.ly/40KU3

For many, new research finding no link between Ecstasy use and brain damage may be good news. But how do you think will this affect teens' perceptions of the risks of casual drug use? http://ow.ly/40r75

Prescription drug abuse is rumored to be the cause of Ashlee Simpson and Pete Wentz's divorce. http://ow.ly/4001b

Chris Raab was a young man whose life was spriraling out of control due to drug addiction. Read the inspiring story of how he turned his love for art into the very thing that saved his life. http://ow.ly/3ZTxP

Good discussion of the pros and cons of using Suboxone to battle opiate addiction. http://ow.ly/3ZLXU

Christian Slater reaches out to help troubled Lindsay Lohan. http://ow.ly/3ZCGM

Opiate addiction specialist and Administrative Director of the Waismann Method, Clare W. Kavin, discusses the impact of prescription painkiller abuse in the workplace. http://ow.ly/3Zqcb

Opiate addiction specialist and Administrative Director of the Waismann Method, Clare W. Kavin, discusses the impact of prescription painkiller abuse in the workplace. http://ow.ly/3Zq7J

Dina Lohan acknowledges her daughter, Linday's, battle with drug abuse and the lifelong struggle that lies ahead. http://ow.ly/3Z9Gc

Alarming Stat: From Jan. 2010 - June 2010, 635 babies born in FL hospitals were treated for drug-withdrawal syndrome. http://ow.ly/3YCNw

This article contains a detailed explanation of the similarities and subtle differences between OxyContin and Heroin addiction. http://ow.ly/3YnlU

Australian Football League troubled by accusations of widespread drug abuse. http://ow.ly/3XZjl

Billy Ray Cyrus concerned that daughter, Miley, is headed down the same dangerous path of addiction as other child stars before her. http://ow.ly/3XxKl

Montana House of Representatives takes important step toward battling prescription drug abuse in the state. http://ow.ly/3XhPp

Eminem reinforces his commitment to battle prescription drugs and alcohol addiction by prominently wearing the Alcoholics Anonymous sobriety pendant at the Grammys. http://ow.ly/3X11V

US troops returning from Iraq and Afghanistan face challenges with drug dependency and abuse. http://ow.ly/3WvAb

On the brink of death after years of drug addiction and abuse, Charlie Sheen opts for controversial, unproven home-based rehab. http://bit.ly/dRW1dc

Check out the inspiring conclusion of KTLA's week long look into the life of Stella, a young mother seeking help for her Vicodin addiction. http://bit.ly/dS268x

Florida Governor, Rick Scott’s, proposal to eliminate a planned prescription tracking system worries neighboring states who fear an influx of illegal drugs. http://ping.fm/KXlOq http://ping.fm/hiveH

Charlie Sheen shares his experiences with drug abuse with the UCLA baseball team. http://bit.ly/fDRJES

New research from the University of Cincinnati reveals the incidence of street drug use among stroke patients increased 9x from 1993-2005. http://bit.ly/gIwTVv

The state of Ohio is stepping up its efforts to battle prescription drug abuse after 4 children were orphaned when both parents died of OxyContin overdoses. http://bit.ly/hMJu85

Ex-NFL player Ray Lucas detailing rehab stint on Facebook http://ping.fm/sso40

Study by SAMHSA reveals spending on mental health and substance abuse grew at slower rate than overall healthcare spending from1986-2005.