Sentences with phrase «battling drug addiction»

Vancouver Criminal Lawyer Emmet J. Duncan explained to the Provincial Court judge that all of the incidents took place while Client was battling a drug addiction and homelessness.

But, more important, he believes the centers have improved the life prospects of students who would have dropped out otherwise, including young parents and teens battling drug addiction.

It is a snapshot of those who must struggle with the lives they lead, battling drug addiction, fatherless homes, or mental illness.

Huber offers insight on not only the number of people battling drug addiction and the amount of money that is involved with fueling addiction, but also what can be done to ensure proper treatment is available to addicts, as well as what needs to be done to help reduce the addiction numbers in Chautauqua County.

The clinic is needed to serve Amherst residents battling drug addiction, Catholic Health administrators and Erie County's top health official say.

Narratives range from humorous to heart - wrenching: a teen is smitten by an older boy, a son battles drug addiction, a parent steals the unthinkable, a daughter and her family navigate thunderstorms, a mother redefines «home» for her autistic son — plus compelling essays on parenting teens with chronic illness or anxiety disorders or that inevitable phase of parenting which requires letting go of your teenager.

The «Kitchen Table Toolkit» unveiled by the state Combat Heroin and Prescription Opioid Abuse campaign contains two clips — one that focuses on the impact of addiction and another featuring testimonials from young people who have battled drug addiction.

Congressman Brian Higgins speaks about the proposed TREAT Act, which is designed to provide more access to medications to battle drug addiction.

Case in point: «When a pop star who battled drug addiction passed away, I saw people making remarks on social media like «I'm surprised it took her that long.»

30 Famous Actors and Actresses Who Have Battled Drug Addiction and Alcoholism.

He had already successfully battled drug addiction and I knew that he was absolutely committed to freeing himself from unhealthy and addictive behaviors around sex as well.

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Cryptocurrency Billionaire, 53, Dies in Drug Rehab in Mexico After Battle With Addiction, by Alana Abramson

He has spoken in the past about his battle with alcohol and drug addiction and his publicist said he was «battling severe depression».

The sharp - spoken former executive has offered voters glimpses of her personal life, including her battle with breast cancer in 2009 and her stepdaughter's tragic death after struggling with drug addiction.

One of the original Teen Moms, Valerie Fairman, died of a suspected drug overdose following a battle with addiction.

The de Blasio administration's recent recreation of 1986 World Series victory celebration for former Met Dwight «Doc» Gooden, whose battles with drug addiction caused him to miss the original festivities, was guided by the influential lobbying firm of James F. Capalino, whose name has been linked to several corruption probes.

Israel's son, Michael, died following a battle with drug addiction.

«At today's session, the Legislature approved funding aimed at fighting the drug addictions that many of our neighbors, friends and loved ones are battling.

«I admire Shannon because she's battled her own demons — overcoming depression, drug addiction, and an eating disorder — and has emerged with an enthusiasm for life, a belief in herself, and a passion for helping others identify and pursue what they truly want.»

Adam Sud is only 35 years old and he's already battled against obesity, type II diabetes, high cholesterol, high blood pressure, drug addiction, fast food addiction, and severe depression.

Instead, she suggested, «we need a comprehensive approach to substance use and addiction in this country that finally acknowledges that chasing the latest drug trend is a losing battle.»

But whether you are addicted to food, social media, or drugs, floating can help the brain subvert that feedback loop and help battle addictions.

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The British R&B and soul singer, who had long battled an addiction to drugs and alcohol, died of alcohol poisoning at her London home.

Josh Hartnett plays the former hockey player in question who, as the story begins, is not only battling with drug addiction, but also facing a possible jail sentence for reckless driving.

SYNOPSIS: Documentary charting Amy Winehouse's music and battle with drug and alcohol addiction.

Downey had been arrested in 2001 and admitted to battling an addiction to drugs and alcohol.

They are multi-faceted and thus, real — whether facing precarious situations, effects of impactful issues such as corporate greed or drug addiction or just facing past demons to try and win battles within themselves.

Michael Favor battled the demons of drug addiction for 12 years before he found something that helped him break free — rescuing animals.

In Manchester she had lost another battle against her ongoing drug addiction and sought solace on the holiday island and a close relationship with Ari, the child she had given up at birth.

Basquiat was at the peak of his career — but was battling a severe drug addiction, which had led Nosei to stop representing him.

If somebody has an unwell family member with a prolonged battle against a serious illness, or if they themselves have an addiction to a Class A drug or a serious drink problem then that will span longer than the course of one exam sitting.

Job Objective: To work as a substance abuse counselor in a rehabilitation center and treat patients battling with drugs, alcohol, tobacco and other substance addiction.

Some teenagers with ADD and ODD also battle with drug or alcohol addiction.

We understand that unfortunate circumstances can foster temporary parental misguidance and empathy goes to those battling mental disorders or drug and alcohol addiction... however, parental responsibility must ultimately focus on the best interest of their child.

People who are successful in overcoming addiction to drugs or alcohol typically fight the battle on several fronts using multiple approaches, such as inpatient or outpatient treatment, working with a physician, group work, various different therapies, and individual counseling.