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Montana Fishburne joins the ranks of celebrity status in the way of addiction. Montana, daughter of actor Laurence “Larry” Fishburne has checked herself into ONE80CENETER treatment facility earlier this week in an attempt to get her life together, G.A.S. has leaned exclusively.
According to a source close to Fishburne, Montana has checked into the inpatient facility for anger management, sex addiction and drug abuse.
ONE80CENTER’s location is none other than the home of former actress, and two time alumni of the Betty Ford Center Elizabeth Taylor. “She (Elizabeth Taylor) ingested up to 50 drugs a day, which Taylor obtained from a variety of doctors” , says Dr. Chester Bowyer who treated Liz during her stint at the Betty Ford Center.
Elizabeth Taylor’s lavish former home in the hills of Benedict Canyon. offers 5 star accommodations to the addicted newbies that enter the front door, rite down to the Egyptian cotton sheets.
According to the center’s web site “The private rooms at ONE80CENTER provide our clients with the luxuries found in resorts and hotels. From the highest thread count linens, plush towels and quality toiletries in the private bathrooms to the authentic craftsmanship of the wood furniture, the relaxing rooms foster a peaceful environment. By creating the feel of “a home away from home,” the positive mindset to begin the journey of recovery is strengthened..”
While Montana was attempting to achieve star status, with her XXX rated porn tape, the wanna be Kardashian found herself battling more than the criminal charges against her.
Fishburne had earlier received some unwanted attention, when she was arrested for prostitution. She reportedly cut a deal with the DA, dropping the solicitation and prostitution charges in exchange for her pleading no contest to misdemeanor criminal trespass and entering a work-alternative program. In August, 2010, Fishburne was charged by the L.A. City Attorney’s Office with simple battery and false imprisonment stemming from an incident in which she allegedly broke into the victim’s home, forcing the woman into a bathroom and allegedly assaulting her.
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Marty Brenner, addiction specialist speaks exclusively to G.A.S about Lindsay Lohan’s latest relapse. Marty who is no stranger to the personal realm of addiction, himself with over 20 years sobriety and still going strong, and has devoted his life and career to helping the addict who still suffers. Not long ago Brenner was on team Lohan as a professional, now he is there personally. as a friend and one who dearly cares for Lindsay’s recovery.
“THE KEY IS THE RELAPSE DIDN’T HAVE TO HAPPEN THIS GIRL IS IN COMPLETE DENIAL THIS DID NOT HAVE TO HAPPEN, WHEN YOU GO BACK TO THE SAME PEOPLE AND THE SAME PLACE, LINDSAY’S MIND SET IS THAT SHE CAN GET AWAY WITH ANYTHING, EVERY THING WAS CUT IN HALF FOR HER; JAIL TIME, TREATMENT” …Marty Brenner
With Lindsay finding herself yet again in the midst of tabloid controversy, media fighting for the inside scoop into her upcoming violation of probation court hearing. Have they forgotten that addition kills? With complete disregard for not only her privacy, but G.A.S. also feels her safety!
Lindsay Lohan, was famed child Disney star and now adult drug addict. Why the masses quickly reach for ratings and sales at newsstands, everyone seems to be missing the big point here!
Celebrities such as Marylin Monroe, Anna Nicole Smith, John Belushi, Chris Farley, Judy Garland, Jimi Hendrix, Michael Jackson, Janis Joplin, the list just keeps going and going, who have died as a direct result of drug addiction. This is a disease people. Not just a headline, these are real people with real issues. Maybe just maybe if the paps and the media backed off and gave this girl a break she’d have a fighting chance here! When Britney Spears flipped out, everyone finally took a step back and said “hey this girl has some real problems.”
“THE COURTS IN A WAY ARE TREATING IT AS IF SHE DOESN’T HAVE A PROBLEM”…Marty Brenner
“TREATMENT SHOULD HAVE BEEN 90 DAYS; DETOX PROFESSIONAL THERAPY TO WOK ON THE UNDERLING ISSUES, ANGER, CHILDHOOD, SHE OR ANYBODY WITH AN ADDICTION SITUATION THAT CONCERNS ALCOHOL & DRUGS HAD TO BE SCARY AND A SHOCK INTO HER LIFE STYLE. LINDSY NEEDS TO BE BACK INTO A TREATMENT FACILITY, SHE NEEDS TIME TO GET BACK INTO THE REAL WORLD, TREATMENT SHOULD HAVE BEEN 90 DAYS, THE COURT FAILED, GIVE HER TIME TO TRANSFER INTO THE REAL WORLD WITH A CLEAR MIND, EVERY ONE AROUND HER THINKS SHE’S OKAY AND SHE IS NOT” …Marty Brenner
“THIS IS A REPETITION OF HER BEHAVIOR, NOTHING HAS CHANGED WITH OUT CHANGE THIS IS WHAT WILL HAPPEN.” …Marty Brenner
Drug addiction is a chronic brain disease. Addicts crave more and more drug, as they are captivated by its effects. The structure and function of the brain are changed with repeated use, and over time the act of using drugs is no longer voluntary and no longer for pleasure. Addicts self-medicate to feel “good” or feel “normal” They experience intense craving for the drug and even after treatment, relapse is possible.
Think of drug addiction like asthma, heart disease or diabetes. It is not uncommon for drug addicts to relapse, just as it is not uncommon for sufferers of other chronic disease to relapse. However, additional treatment will help bring back control.
“ I HAD LUNCH THE OTHER DAY WITH MICHEAL LOHAN, HE WAS HAPPY SHE WAS GOING TO ALCOHOL CLASSES, BUT JUST GOING NOT PARTICIPATING WILL CAUSE RELAPSE “ …Marty Brenner
Each year in the United States, approximately seven million people will use prescription drugs for non-medical purposes, and of that number, nearly 10% will obtain and use these drugs illegally. In a 1998 study, 1.6 million people reported using prescription drugs non-medically at least once. In 2006, 7.0 million people, or 2.8% of the U.S. population abused one or more prescription medications.
Misuse of prescription medications has become a serious health problem in the U.S., leading heroin and cocaine as the cause of death from overdose in 2008.
The most commonly abused prescription drugs are:
- Painkillers like OxyContin and Vicodin
- Tranquilizers or depressants like Valium and Xanax
- Stimulants like Ritalin
Addiction to prescription drugs usually follows some illness or injury for which the drug is prescribed. The patient, once addicted, finds himself in need of the drug long after the original illness has subsided, and can suffer severe withdrawal pain and discomfort when it is not available. Abusers often take cocktails of two or more medications, or drugs in combination with alcohol, sometimes with fatal consequences as in the case of actor Heath Ledger.
“GOING BACK TO THE SAME PEOPLE AND PLACES IS A SURE PLAN FOR RELAPSE. SHE REALLY NEEDS TO TAKE THIS SERIOUSLY SHE HAS HER ENTIRE LIFE AHEAD OF HER, SHE NEEDS A GOOD SUPPORT TEAM WHO WILL NOT TAKE HER B**L SHIT”…Marty Brenner
What’s next for Lindsay? Only time will tell. Here at G.A.S hope that she is given a chance, everyone deserves a chance at sobriety. The ball is in her court at this point, she has some serious footwork to do if she is going to make it.
“SHE NEEDS A MINIMUM 90 DAY TREATMENT AND INDIVIDUAL THERAPY, SOBER LIVING, TRANSITIONAL LIVING. SHE NEEDS TO LIVE IN A NORMAL ENVIRONMENTAL SETTING. SHE TRIED THAT AT ROBERT SHAPIRO’S PLACE, BUT SHE BROKE ALL THE RULES.” …Marty Brenner
©Gossip Ain’t Sweet, LLC 2010
In an exclusive interview with the
multi-platinum recording artist;
Phil Varone, former drummer of
Skid Row. Phil, who’s in town getting his swing on… on the green that is. Helping raising funds for “
Hilton Head Island Celebrity Golf Tournament“, which is an annual 3-day golf tournament, with all proceeds to be shared with various children’s charities. This is
Varone’s first year playing in the
HHI tournament, when asked if he’d come back next year,
Phil quickly responded ”
Defiantly I would love to come back, if they’ll have me.”
Varone’s philanthropy doesn’t stop there, Phil’s work with at-risk youth, is nothing more than phenomenal. Varone’s “Clear View Treatment Center” houses 30 boys, between the ages of 13-18, ” we have five houses, they are mostly court ordered, gang members and this is their last chance top get it together“, Phil shares with GAS. If that is not enough to overlook the once rehab-ed rock star with his hard core appearance, Phil Varone genuinely has a beautiful soul! With all of Phil’s commitments & projects across the map, Varone, who also makes sure that his time is evenly spread out amongst the issues near & dear to him, with twice a week visits to work locally with the homeless. Not your typical rock star at all. I found the drummer turned actor to be quite delightful.
Mark December 15th on your calendar ladies, you’ll get a chance to see an entirely new side of Phil Varone. In a twenty page spread of him & all his goodies will be on display at a newsstand near you! That’s right Phil is featured as Play Girl’s newest centerfold, “the photographer was just fantastic, we had a 2 day interactive shoot in NY.” As quickly as Phil is taking it off, he’ll soon be dressed to the nines as he walks down the aisle in the near future with his new fiancée Achsha.
Phil happily announced exclusively to GAS, that he recently got engaged to long time girl friend Achsha, “she is so far removed from the entertainment business, she is a real estate broker“, Phil replies. When asked about the big day, and if there were any plans in the near future to tie the knot, Phil shared “we are just enjoying the moment, probably in a year“, “where both in the lifestyle.”
When GAS inquired about how life is now, after his stint on Dr. Drew’s Celebrity Rehab, “I was in therapy for sex addiction, life is great”, Phil continues “Tiger Woods is not a sex addict, when I first heard he was in sex rehab, I laughed…Tiger’s in rehab for having sex with what 19 women? He’s not a sex addict, I was having sex with 19 women in a weekend, I’m a rock star.”
That’s not all Varone’s cooking up, the “Rock Star Recipes” cookbook is on it’s way to a kitchen near you. The cookbook features various rock stars, who will share their favorite recipes with us. While rocking out in the kitchen, readers will be able to listen to their best-loved rock hits that have toped the charts over the years, with a CD that will accompany the book. Phil goes on to say “the cookbook will contain brief bios and the stories behind the recipes, we will also be pairing each recipe with a beverage.” Check out your local book stores for a copy, this defiantly sounds like a great addition to any kitchen collection!
GAS asked, what’s next on the list to concur in the world of Varone? Phil opened up about his passion for writing, ” I left the music scene to pursue acting and writing, I even do comedy”, “I have also started blogging for a site called thecomet.com.” Currently on the table for the mega rocker, are a variety of offers to host and star in some quite flavorful new television shows.
Make sure to keep an ear out for Phil Varone to top the charts once again, he will soon be going back out on the road. Phil exclusively told GAS that he is getting his first band, Saigon Kick back together.
Drummer, actor, writer and philanthropist…the many sides of Phil Varone. GAS just can’t wait to see what’s coming next.
©Gossip Ain’t Sweet, LLC 2010
Seems that even “reliable” news sources can’t get things right.
1. Melissa London is not on Celebrity Rehab with her husband, Jeremy London.
2. Melissa London did not suffer a brain hemmorage.
Seems funny that a gossip site has to correct a major news source!
Melissa London Pictures
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Prescription drug addiction – Are doctors responsible?
Are doctors or patients most responsible for prescription drug addiction?
Each year in the United States, approximately seven million people will use prescription drugs for non-medical purposes, and of that number, nearly 10% will obtain and use these drugs illegally. In a 1998 study, 1.6 million people reported using prescription drugs non-medically at least once. In 2006, 7.0 million people, or 2.8% of the U.S. population abused one or more prescription medications. Misuse of prescription medications has become a serious health problem in the U.S., leading heroin and cocaine as the cause of death from overdose in 2008.
The most commonly abused prescription drugs are:
- Painkillers like OxyContin and Vicodin
- Tranquilizers or depressants like Valium and Xanax
- Stimulants like Ritalin.
Addiction to prescription drugs usually follows some illness or injury for which the drug is prescribed. The patient, once addicted, finds himself in need of the drug long after the original illness has subsided, and can suffer severe withdrawal pain and discomfort when it is not available. Abusers often take cocktails of two or more medications, or drugs in combination with alcohol, sometimes with fatal consequences as in the case of actor Heath Ledger.
Individuals addicted to prescription drugs, like those addicted to illegal substances, will go to any lengths to obtain them. When they can’t get them from friends or relatives, or convince their doctor to write a prescription, they will lie, shop around for compliant doctors, you name it – even fake medical conditions, just for a fix.
Part of the problem of prescription drugs in the U.S. is our obsession with ‘quick’ fixes to any and all problems, including medical problems. When we can’t sleep, suffer from any kind of pain, depression, or other malady, we want an instant chemical solution. It has been jokingly said that it easier to get a Valium tablet from a stranger on the street these days than a cigarette. Among the younger set (late teens and young adults), getting ready to go out means making sure you have your iPhone, iPod, car keys, credit card, and pill case with the ‘quick’ fixes of your choice.
Unfortunately, doctors are among the most common suppliers of prescription drugs that are abused. According to the National Institutes of Health (NIH), 70% of Americans see their primary care physician at least once every two years. These doctors are in the best position to identify and curb prescription dependence. Our fee-for-service health insurance system, however, fosters a type of assembly line medical care that discourages the type of analysis that would enable a doctor to detect anomalies that might indicate drug dependence or abuse. In addition, most physicians are focused on eliminating pain or other symptoms, and drugs are often over prescribed and there is little follow up of patient use of drugs. In the case of people who fake symptoms to get drugs, doctors often find it easier to prescribe than fight.
Doctors, therefore, must assume a significant portion of the blame for the epidemic of prescription drug abuse in this country. As previously mentioned, in 2006, 2.8% of the population reported non-medical use of prescription drugs. Painkillers accounted for 5.2% or abuse and tranquilizers 1.8%. While much of this is obtained illegally, much is obtained through prescriptions written by the family physician. In the final analysis, though, it is the individual who must shoulder the lion’s share of the responsibility for drug abuse, whether it is of prescription medicines or illegal narcotics. Doctors need to do a better job of monitoring patient use of drugs, but the individual is the one who puts the pill on his or her own tongue, and is the one who has to take action to correct the problem.
“I work with Individuals challenged with various addictions including but not limited to – substance abuse, alcohol, and anger. I am a certified chemical dependency counselor and anger management facilitator. If you or a family member or someone who you know is in trouble with substance abuse or anger, we can work together to determine what the best course of action to take on behalf of you and that individual who is seeking help.” , says Brenner.
“I can help, call me when you need to talk: 213-500-8865″ Marty adds, and for more information about Marty Brenner and his practice visit his web site at www.talktomartyb.com.
Marty Brenner CCDC
Email: marty@talktomartyb.com
© Gossip Ain’t Sweet, LLC 2010
