In a world where celebrity comments can ignite widespread debate, Demi Lovato's journey through addiction and recovery has taken a new turn following remarks made by rapper Tekashi 6ix9ine. His ...

Demi Lovato has been open about her near-fatal overdose in 2018, during which she suffered three strokes and a heart attack.

In recent years, a growing number of celebrities have stepped into the light, sharing their stories of sobriety and recovery ...

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Ms. Szalavitz is a contributing Opinion writer who covers addiction and public policy. Not long ago, Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s history of heroin addiction alone would likely have disqualified him from ...

Andre Podpolucha, a former drug addict who went through Step Denver, is now the director of operations for both Step Denver and Step Springs. He credits the program with helping him claim victory over ...