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Children of addicted mothers and fathers seem to be at a much higher risk of developing their own chemical dependencies. Famous examples of this genetic effect have been passed down via musical icons , legendary screen actors and athletes, including the following:. Dual diagnosis is a term used to describe people struggling with mental illness and coexisting addiction problems.
Common mental illnesses associated with dual diagnosis are bipolar disorder, depression and anxiety. Recently, a number of famous people have come forward to reveal they have been diagnosed with this condition. One of the most common barriers that prevent people — famous or not — from coming forward and seeking addiction-related help is the stigma attached to the disease. In an effort to pay it forward, recovering athletes , fashion models and even shy musicians have graciously opened up about their own struggles in hopes of helping others.
Partnership for Drug-Free Kids. Addiction has claimed the lives of way too many talented souls through the years. Whether it was from multiple failed attempts at sobriety or an inability to get the disease itself under control, addiction can — and does — consume lives without hesitation.
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Thomas Gitchoff, Kids, Cops, and Kilos: Mikuriya, and Gordon S. On the spatial concentration of heroin markets, see Schneider, Smack.
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