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After much research and debate, the latest version of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders has been rolled out.
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Ashley Hamilton is seven years sober, but says food addiction remains a struggle.
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The retailer plans to serve alcohol in its new Williamsburg location. But will it be a "chill vibe?"
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The Hangover star tells Conan why he and the bottle are no longer friends in real life.
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Drinking during puberty linked to alcoholism, teens bribed into attending booze-free prom parties, and Toronto mayor Rob Ford denies smoking crack in video.
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