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Are Gay People More Vulnerable to Addiction?

Are Gay People More Vulnerable to Addiction?

By Jane Velez-Mitchell 08/02/12

Fix video columnist Jane Velez-Mitchell answers a reader's question in relation to her own experience. 

Q: Are gay people more vulnerable to addiction, on average, than heterosexuals?

[Jane is now exclusively answering your questions about addiction, recovery and the like. Send your questions to [email protected].]

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Jane Velez-Mitchell

Jane Velez-Mitchell is a television and social media journalist and author. She is the founder of JaneUnChained, a digital news network for animal rights and the vegan lifestyle. You can find Jane on Linkedin or follow her on Twitter.

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