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He is the most decorated Olympic competitor in history. The epitome of what a successful athlete achieves over a career. Lauded by fellow competitors and the media, and adored by his fans, Michael Phelps' life looked like an American success story. But for Michael Phelps, depression was a constant companion, so bad at ... Read More
How Russell Brand Found Life After Sex and Substance Addictions
English comedian, actor, author, and activist Russell Brand is a household name in America, the UK, and beyond. From his tumultuous marriage to Katy Perry to his well-known struggles with substance abuse, Brand has led a challenging life. However, the hurdles he has experienced have not left him hopeless. Through ... Read More
Tennis Star Nick Kyrgios on His Match with Mental Illness
Nick Kyrgios is internationally renowned for his tennis career. The Australian tennis star has been extremely open about his mental health struggles and the impact fame has had on his personal life. Understanding celebrities' mental health journeys furthers the conversation about seeking professional help when ... Read More
NFL’s Maxx Crosby and Darren Waller Tackle Addiction
At first look, Las Vegas Raiders stars Maxx Crosby and Darren Waller wouldn't seem to have much in common. Crosby, intense and driven, is on his way to becoming one of the top defensive ends of the game. Waller, soft-spoken and quiet, has already established himself as one of the top tight ends in football. Yet the two ... Read More
What Led to Foo Fighters’ Taylor Hawkins’ Fatal Overdose
On March 25, 2022, the world mourned the tragic death of Taylor Hawkins, the drummer from the band Foo Fighters. According to a preliminary toxicology report, 10 types of substances, including THC, Tricyclic antidepressants, benzodiazepines and opioids, were found in his system. The authorities in Colombia stated ... Read More
Demi Lovato – Stone Cold Sober
Demi Lovato has used her experience and celebrity to shine a light on mental health issues, including her struggles with addiction, an eating disorder and other mental health issues. If you do a quick Google search on Demi Lovato, you'll likely find just as many articles discussing Demi Lovato's mental health as her ... Read More
Relapsing in the Public Eye – What Dax Shepard Learned
Dax Shepard is an American actor turned podcast host. Born in January 1975 near Detroit, Michigan, Dax shot to stardom with films like Let's Go To Prison (2006), Hit and Run (2012), This Is Where I Leave You (2014) and The Judge (2014), among others. In 2018, he launched his successful podcast, Armchair Expert, with ... Read More