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Philip Seymour Hoffman was ordering half glasses of beers before his death to try and wean himself off fatal addictions

A resurfaced article which has been spread online to mark 11 years since the actor’s death has revealed Philip Seymour Hoffman was ordering half glasses of beers before his death to try and wean himself off his fatal drink and drug addictions.

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‘Beautiful board’: How chess saved an Indian village from alcohol, gambling

The game helped a south Indian community escape alcoholism and gambling. Now, it’s known as the Chess Village of India.

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New painkiller attempts to eradicate opioids once and for all

Vertex Pharmaceuticals’ non-opioid painkiller comes without the potential risk of addiction.

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How the quick high of ‘fast-food gambling’ ensnared young men

Betting companies are making huge amounts from the confidence of young, male customers who think they can beat the system

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FDA approves new painkiller that shows promise and challenges of opioid alternatives

U.S. officials have approved a new type of pain drug designed to eliminate the risks of addiction and overdose associated with opioids

The Independent UK

Ozempic And Other GLP-1s Show Promise With 42 Conditions — But There Are Still Big Risks

Despite their broad therapeutic potential to over 42 conditions, GLP-1 drugs are not without risks.

Inverse

Marianne Faithfull, singular icon of British pop, dies aged 78

Singer and actor overcame drug addiction and homelessness to collaborate with everyone from the Rolling Stones and Metallica to Jean-Luc Godard

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Marianne Faithfull death: Leading light of the Swinging Sixties dies aged 78

Singer and actor made headlines for her romance with Mick Jagger but proved herself as an artist in her own right, as well as a survivor who prevailed over tabloid scrutiny, addiction, an eating disorder and cancer

The Independent UK

Will Trump go after harm reduction?

Trump prioritizes criminalization over public health in fighting the overdose crisis. Experts say that doesn't work

Salon

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Advocates For Addiction Treatment Wellness Farms

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. proposes 'wellness farms' funded by marijuana sales to provide holistic addiction treatment.

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Marcus Brigstocke opens up about ‘shameful’ and ‘lonely’ porn addiction

‘It changed my sexual self completely,’ said the actor and comedian

The Independent UK

How to tell if your partner has a gambling problem

If your partner is struggling with gambling issues, you might be dealing with a lot of stress

The Independent UK

I Lost My Son to Addiction. No, Privilege Didn’t Protect Him

He had a loving family, financial support, and the best treatment. He fell victim to an overdose anyway

The Walrus

Pete Doherty admits making music was his lifeline

Pete Doherty relied on music to stay alive amid addiction troubles.

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Purdue Pharma and Sacklers reach new $7.4bn settlement over opioids crisis

Settlement resolves thousands of lawsuits alleging Oxycontin caused addiction crisis

The National (Scotland)

Scottish star Jack Lowden to star in West End play about addiction

SCOTTISH actor Jack Lowden and Sherlock's Martin Freeman are to star in a play about addiction that has been transferred to the West End...

Evening Standard

Martin Freeman returns to London's West End alongside Jack Lowden in alcoholism confessional

David Ireland’s new play The Fifth Step is a starry two-hander coming to @sohoplace

The Conversation

Several years ago, a little-known drug named Ozempic – previously used only to treat diabetes – emerged as a promising new drug for weight management.

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World’s addiction to fossil fuels is ‘Frankenstein’s monster’, says UN chief

António Guterres issues warning at Davos, days after Donald Trump pulled US out of Paris climate agreement

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What Does Addiction Really Do to People, and How Can You Find Help Utah?

Addiction is like a slow, sneaky thief stealing away control, relationships, and even lives. It doesn’t just impact the person suffering; addiction ripples out, touching families, communities, and workplaces.

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Sober House Rules: A Comprehensive Overview

Finding a secure environment is a prerequisite to becoming free from addiction and avoiding relapses. After completing treatment programs, people suffering from alcohol or drug misuse find it challenging to change their behavior patterns. Staying in a comfortable sober house together with other individuals who face similar difficulties facilitates moving…

The Conversation

What the Opium Wars can tell us about China, the U.S. and fentanyl

United States President Donald Trump recently threatened to impose an additional 10 per cent tariff on goods coming from China in response the illegal import into the U.S. of the opioid fentanyl.

Advnture

“I felt free when I was running” – how an addict became an ultra runner

We speak to an ultra runner who used mileage to finally break free from drug addiction

The Guardian - UK

Psychedelic drug DMT to be trialled on UK volunteers to tackle alcohol misuse

Exclusive: Scientists at UCL hope one-off dose of powerful hallucinogenic could help drinkers reduce intake

Mic

The FDA's Plan To Fight Cigarette Addiction Is A Bold, But Obvious, Next Step

The Biden administration's proposal aims to cap nicotine levels in cigarettes as part of an effort to reduce addiction and improve public health.

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