HIDDEN ADDICTION: Gambling Awareness Week

HIDDEN ADDICTION: Gambling Awareness Week

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With technology today, there are more ways to gamble which makes the problem worse for those struggling with an addiction. “It's important for people to understand what problem gambling is, where they can get help, what the signs and symptoms are and …
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WATCH: Meet the Woman Who Can't Stop Snacking on Deodorant

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But Nicole, a 19-year-old from New York City who declined to reveal her last name, can't help it: She's addicted to eating antiperspirant. She eats about half a stick a day of her favorites (the “rich-tasting” brands), and says she loves the way it …
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Repeat offender gets conditional discharge for third impaired conviction

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“He's not scared of jail but doesn't feel it would help him,” Lantz said, adding that according to evidence given by an addictions expert working with Arsenault, he is “motivated” to deal with his alcoholism. That expert told the court the probability …
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