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RIP
Amy Winehouse Died
23 July 2011, Camden Town, London
Amy Winehouse spent her final hours drinking vodka alone in her bedroom and watching YouTube videos of herself, court confirmed the 27-year-old died of alcohol poisoning at her north London home on July 23, 2011.
 

How occupational therapy is used for rehabilitation  

Rehabilitation aims to improve your ability to carry out the everyday activities that have been affected by illness, injury or surgery.

Occupational therapy attempts to help you get the most out of life. As well as being able to complete everyday activities, there are other areas of your life that should also be included in your rehabilitation programme, particularly work and leisure.

Workplace rehabilitation

Workplace rehabilitation, or vocational rehabilitation, means helping someone with a health condition return to work or start working, or enabling them to carry on working. "Work" does not have to mean a paid role – you could be a full-time parent or a volunteer.

An occupational therapist could help by:

  • assessing your workplace

  • assessing your role at work

  • assessing your ability to complete work activities, and finding ways to assist you if necessary

  • finding ways to manage your condition while at work

  • providing additional training

  • finding a way to cope with problems like discrimination and prejudice

  • helping your employers manage your return to work and increasing awareness of your condition

  • monitoring your progress

Leisure rehabilitation

Leisure rehabilitation could cover any fun activity, such as taking up a hobby or attending social events.

Taking part in leisure activities can prevent people feeling isolated because of their condition, and improve their quality of life. While you need to be able to care for yourself and work, being able to take part in activities for fun is also important.

An occupational therapist may discuss what activities you enjoy, and find practical ways that may not always seem obvious, so that you can continue those activities.

For example, if you like going out to the shops but find it tiring, so a therapist may suggest a wheeled walker with a seat and basket. If you enjoy gardening but find some tasks difficult, a therapist can identify easier ways of carrying out those tasks using different techniques and specially adapted gardening tools.

Activity grading and graded exposure

One way your occupational therapist may encourage you to return to work or resume your hobbies is with activity grading.

Activity grading is a way of breaking down an activity you want to complete into stages that become increasingly more difficult.

For example, if your goal is to walk to work, but it is too far for you to do at once, this can be broken down.

On your first day, you can get the bus most of the way and then walk the last part. Each week, you could get off the bus a stop earlier and increase the distance you walk.

The activity becomes increasingly difficult as you gradually reach your goal of walking to work.

As you become more confident with an activity, you can progress to the next stage and eventually reach your goal.

Graded exposure is similar to activity grading, but is more focused on dealing with the emotional and psychological element of rehabilitation. It is used to help gradually build your confidence and establish meaningful routines that you may have otherwise avoided.

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Helplines and guidance

Talk to Frank (formerly the National Drugs Helpline) and Drinkline provide telephone based general advice on drugs and alcohol, and help in accessing treatment and support services. These services cater primarily for people living in England. Wales Drug & Alcohol helpline (DAN 24/7) provides similar service in Wales and Know the Score & Alcohol Focus Scotland to people in Scotland. The Health Promotion Agency in Northern Ireland provides a helpline in relation to both drugs and alcohol. Release provide telephone support and advice regarding drug problems, with a particular focus on legal and human rights issues. The National Treatment Agency have produced a written guide to drug treatment.

Open access services

Advice and information services (sometimes called drop-in services or street agencies) and needle exchanges are both known as open access services. This means that anyone may access them without charge and without needing a referral from another agency. They can provide advice and information about drug and alcohol issues and how to access other services. Many advice and information services can also provide some on-going support and counselling where required.

Structured treatment

Access to structured treatment services (such as detox, rehab and prescribing programmes) often requires a professional referral from another agency. However, local advice and information services are generally well placed to assist clients in accessing these more structured/intensive services - and the helplines listed above can also give general advice on this issue. GPs can also often provide similar help and advice, in particular in relation to prescribing interventions (such as methadone) and many GPs do offer prescribing services themselves without the need for a specialist referral. In addition, some detox and rehab services can also be accessed directly by those in a position to pay privately.

Self help

Finally, there is a wide range of self help support services throughout the UK. Alcoholics Anonymous and Al-Anon, for example, cater for people with alcohol problems, and their families & friends respectively. Likewise, Narcotics Anonymous is for people with drug problems in general, Cocaine Anonymous is for people with problems with cocaine, and Families Anonymous is aimed at the friends and families of drug users. Each of these is based on the "12-step approach" to understanding and dealing with drug and alcohol problems. Smart Recovery is another self help organisation, covering both drugs and alcohol (as well as a variety of other issues). It applies a "cognitive-behavioural approach". And the Down Your Drink website provides an online programme for people wishing to cut down their alcohol intake.

Online directories

Talk to Frank provides an on-line directory of local drug and alcohol services throughout the UK. FDAP has an on-line directory of people individuals offering counselling and support in private practice, and Drink & Drugs News (DDN) publish a directory of residential services in the UK.

Contact details & links

  • Addiction Helper - free help for anyone affected by addiction with advice on both NHS & private drug and alcohol treatment options - t: 0203 131 8327; w: www.addictionhelper.com.

  • Al-Anon - self-help support organisation for families and friends of people with alcohol problems - t: 020 7402 0888; w: www.hexnet.co.uk/alanon/.

  • Alcoholics Anonymous - self-help organisation for people dependent on alcohol - t: 020 7833 0022; w: www.alcoholics-anonymous.org.uk.

  • Alcohol Focus Scotland - for general alcohol advice & help finding services in Scotland - t: 0141 572 6700, e: enquiries@alcohol-focus-scotland.org.uk, w: www.alcohol-focus-scotland.org.uk.

  • Cocaine Anonymous - self-help organisation for people dependent on cocaine - t: 0800 612 0225; w: www.cauk.org.uk.

  • Counselling Directory - Free and confidential service encouraging those in distress to seek help - t: 0844 8030 240; w: www.counselling-directory.org.uk.

  • Drink & Drugs News residential directory - for hardcopy directory of UK residential services - click here.

  • Down Your Drink - online programme for people wishing to reduce their alcohol intake - w: www.downyourdrink.org.uk.

  • Drinkline - for general alcohol advice and help finding relevant services in England and Wales - t: 0800 917 8282.

  • Families Anonymous - self-help organisation for families & friends of people with drug problems - t: 020 7498 4680; w: www.famanon.org.uk.

  • FDAP practitioner directory - for list of FDAP members providing support services in private practice - w: click here.

  • Health Promotion Agency - for general drugs and alcohol advice & help finding services in N. Ireland - t: 028 9031 1611, w: www.drugsalcohol.info.

  • Know the Score - for general drugs advice and help finding services in Scotland - t: 0800 5875879, w: www.knowthescore.info.

  • Narcotics Anonymous - self-help organisation for people with drug dependencies - t: 020 7730 0009; w: www.ukna.org.

  • National Treatment Agency - for written guidance about drug treatment - click here.

  • Release - for drugs support and advice with particular focus on legal and human rights issues - t: 0845 4500 215, w: www.release.org.uk.

  • Talk to Frank - for general drugs advice and help finding drug & alcohol services throughout the UK, plus online directory of services - t: 0800 776600, e: frank@talktofrank.com, w: www.talktofrank.com.

  • Wales Drug & Alcohol helpline (DAN 24/7)  - for general drugs advice and help finding drug & alcohol services throughout Wales - t: 0808 808 2234, w: www.dan247.org.uk

RIP
Whitney Houston/Died
11 February 2012, Beverly Hills, California, United States
On February 11, 2012, Houston was found dead in her guest room at the Beverly Hilton, in Beverly Hills, California. The official coroner's report showed that she had accidentally drowned in the bathtub, with heart disease and cocaine use listed as contributing factors.
 

The early signs of risk that may predict later drug abuse?

Some signs of risk can be seen as early as infancy or early childhood, such as aggressive behavior, lack of self-control, or difficult temperament. As the child gets older, interactions with family, at school, and within the community can affect that child’s risk for later drug abuse.Children’s earliest interactions occur in the family; sometimes family situations heighten a child’s risk for later drug abuse, for example, when there is:

·         a lack of attachment and nurturing by parents or caregivers;

·         ineffective parenting; and

·         a caregiver who abuses drugs.

But families can provide protection from later drug abuse when there is:

·         a strong bond between children and parents;

·         parental involvement in the child’s life; and

·         clear limits and consistent enforcement of discipline.

Interactions outside the family can involve risks for both children and adolescents, such as:

·         poor classroom behavior or social skills;

·         academic failure; and

·         association with drug-abusing peers.

Other factors—such as drug availability, trafficking patterns, and beliefs that drug abuse is generally tolerated—are risks that can influence young people to start abusing drugs.

The highest risk periods for drug abuse among youth

Research has shown that the key risk periods for drug abuse are during major transitions in children’s lives. The first big transition for children is when they leave the security of the family and enter school. Later, when they advance from elementary school to middle school, they often experience new academic and social situations, such as learning to get along with a wider group of peers. It is at this stage—early adolescence—that children are likely to encounter drugs for the first time.

When they enter high school, adolescents face additional social, emotional, and educational challenges. At the same time, they may be exposed to greater availability of drugs, drug abusers, and social activities involving drugs. These challenges can increase the risk that they will abuse alcohol, tobacco, and other substances.

When young adults leave home for college or work and are on their own for the first time, their risk for drug and alcohol abuse is very high. Consequently, young adult interventions are needed as well.

 

 

  • The reasons why people abuse drugs.

  • 1. Some drugs are legal

  • Alcohol and nicotine are not only both legal drugs but they are the most commonly abused drugs.

  • 2. They get a Prescription for drugs

  • There is a huge misconception that just because a doctor prescribed drugs they are safe. Prescription drugs are every bit as dangerous and addictive as street drugs like cocaine and heroin.

  • 3.Going against the grain

  • Young adults and teenagers often start to abuse drugs because they are not sure where they fit in. Rebelling by abusing drugs and alcohol is not uncommon among young adults. What can start off as “fun” and “recreational” can quickly turn into an uncontrollable addiction.

  • 4. Feelings of emptiness

  • Addiction often starts when an individual feels lonely. They turn to drugs and alcohol thinking that it will fill a void that they have been living with.

  • 5. Peer Pressure

  • Teenagers and adults can succumb to peer pressure. The pressure of being around others who are abusing drugs or alcohol can make anyone follow suit and do things that they never thought they would.

  • 6.Drugs and alcohol can make you feel good

  • People commonly fall into addiction because they begin using drugs to mask particular emotions that they are going through. The abuse makes them feel good and forget about the problem at hand. Eventually they think they can’t live without drugs.

  • 7. Drugs and alcohol are more available than ever

  • Prescription drugs, street drugs and alcohol are more available than ever. Prescription drugs can be obtained on the streets, through doctors and even online. Where there is a will there is a way.

  • 8. Alcohol isn’t enough

  • Often times addiction starts with alcohol but when the effects of alcohol are not what they used to be the addict turns to harder and stronger drugs.

  • 9.       Experimenting

  • It is not uncommon for addiction to stem from a person being curious and experimenting with drugs. It is a scenario that often starts with alcohol or marijuana but ends up with cocaine, prescription medication or even crystal meth and heroin.

  • 10.   Self Medicating

  • People from all different backgrounds use alcohol to unwind at the end of the day or prescription drugs to help them cope with stress of everyday life. Patterns like this can quickly turn into addiction.

Acknowledging an addiction can be challenging, even for those who know in the back of their minds that they need help. Taking the first steps in seeking help with addiction can make it easier to begin treatment, make progress and achieve a healthier life. Understanding

Recovering from drug and alcohol addiction is a lifelong process. It takes both personal commitment as well as the support of peers, professionals, friends and family.

Before leaving any kind of substance abuse treatment program, patients work with counselors and case managers to develop an aftercare plan for how they’ll transition into a healthy, sustainable sober lifestyle and prevent relapse.

Sometimes that plan includes staying in a sober living home with other recovering addicts. It may also include follow-up group counseling in an Intensive Outpatient Program, individual counseling with professionals who can address co-occurring issues, and monitoring programs. Many recovering alcoholics and drug addicts also find mutual aid groups, like alcoholics anonymous, to be an important part of their ongoing recovery. For younger people, college recovery communities can be a powerful source of strength and support.

Recovery Apps

·         Hazelden Mobile Apps

·         12 Steps AA Companion (iTunes)

·         12 Steps AA Companion (Android)

·         Recovery Box

·         Steps Away (Android)

·         Steps Away (iTunes)

·         Mindfulness Meditation

·         Unstuck: Live Better Every Day

Magazines

·         The Fix

·         Serene Scene

·         RenewEveryday.com

·         Fresh Start Magazine

·         It’s All In the Journey

Tools

·         Sobriety Calculator

Tobacco (nicotine) – Over 40 Million
Nicotine addiction may not appear as harmful as many other addictions. This is likely because tobacco products are legal and easy to get, and the worst side effects of abusing them take time to develop. Tobacco use claims more lives than any that of any other addictive substance. Many smokers cannot quit despite knowing smoking’s impact on their health. Wanting to quit but being unable to is a telltale sign of addiction. Find out how to quit tobacco.

Alcohol – 18 Million
The social acceptance of drinking can make alcohol addiction hard to spot. Despite its legal status, alcohol’s potential for abuse opens users up to many health risks and possible addiction. Alcohol abuse has numerous negative consequences. In addition to deaths from liver disease and alcohol overdose, drunk driving claims thousands of lives every year. Learn more about alcoholism.

Marijuana – 4.2 Million
The legalization of marijuana in some states has made the drug’s use more socially acceptable. This trend can distract people from marijuana’s addictive potential. Rates of marijuana addiction might also be growing due to increasing potency (over 60 percent) over the past decade. Learn more about marijuana dependence.

Painkillers – 1.8 Million
Drugs like codeine, Vicodin and Oxycontin are commonly prescribed to treat pain. Painkillers’ prescription status does not mean they aren’t addictive. Addiction to painkillers can develop from seemingly harmless levels of use. Most patients who become addicted to prescription painkillers don’t notice they have a problem until they try to stop use. Painkillers are also abused without a prescription, which can also lead to an addiction. Learn how to beat a painkiller addiction.

Cocaine – 821,000
Rates of cocaine addiction in the United States are dropping. The decline is slow, however, with an estimated 821,000 Americans still addicted as of 2011. Crack cocaine, which is cheaper and more intense than regular cocaine, is responsible for many crippling addictions and ruined lives. Learn how to battle a cocaine addiction.

 

Heroin – 426,000.

Heroin’s severe withdrawal symptoms make beating a heroin addiction a difficult task. Treating heroin addiction typically requires a combination of therapy and medications to help manage symptoms of withdrawal and cravings. Heroin abuse has been growing in the United States, particularly among young women. There is growing concern over heroin users contracting and spreading diseases like HIV and AIDS by sharing needles for injection. Find out how to treat a heroin addiction.

Benzodiazepines – 400,000
“Benzos” — such as Valium, Xanax, Diazepam and Klonopin — are prescribed as mood-regulating drugs to manage conditions like anxiety and stress. Those developing an addiction to these drugs oftentimes aren’t aware until they can’t function normally without the substance.Benzodiazepines are especially dangerous because of their powerful impact on the brain’s chemical makeup. Withdrawals can be deadly without medical assistance during detox. Learn more about benzodiazepine addiction.

Stimulants – 329,000
Stimulants range from prescription drugs, such as Adderall or Ritalin, to illicit substances like meth. These drugs are highly addictive, and intense withdrawal symptoms make quitting difficult. Stimulant users can quickly build a tolerance to the drug’s euphoric “high,” leading to increased use and risk of overdose. Find out about stimulant dependence.

Inhalants – 140,000.
Inhalant addiction is particularly dangerous because inhalants are volatile toxic substances. The effects of these substances — gasoline, household cleaning products, aerosols — are intense and can have immediate consequences including hospitalization or death. Chemicals prevalent in inhalants can linger in the body and brain long after stopping use, making complete recovery more difficult. Learn more about inhalants.

Sedatives (barbiturates) – 78,000
Millions of Americans are prescribed barbiturate sedatives, commonly known as sleeping pills, to treat tension and sleep disorders. Every year, thousands of prescription users build a tolerance — and ensuing addiction — to drugs like Lunesta and Ambien. Sleeping pills can produce mind-altering effects that lead to continued abuse. Learn how to treat sleeping pill addiction.

RIP
Prince Rogers Nelson Singer-songwriter Fentanyl overdose (accidental) Prescription drug 2016 age 57
Philip Seymour Hoffman Actor Acute mixed drug intoxication, including heroin, cocaine, benzodiazepines and amphetamine Mixed illegal and prescription drugs 2014 age 46
Joan Rivers Actress Therapeutic complication with propofol sedation Prescription drugs 2014 age 81
Cory Monteith Actor (Glee) and singer Toxic mix of heroin and alcohol Illegal drug and alcohol 2013 age 31
Lisa Robin Kelly Actress (That '70s Show) Multiple drug intoxication Illegal drug 2013 age 43
Chris Kelly Rapper (Kris Kross) Fatal overdose, cocaine and heroin Illegal drug 2013 age 34
Jeff Hanneman Musician (Slayer) Cirrhosis due to alcoholism Alcohol 2013 age 49
Whitney Houston American singer, actress Drowning; complications of cocaine and heart disease; Flexeril, marijuana, Xanax and Benadryl also found in body but did not contribute to death Illegal drug 2012 age 48
Michael Carl Baze Horse jockey Overdose; cocaine, oxymorphone (accidental) Mixed illegal and prescription drugs 2011 age 24
Derek Boogaard Canadian professional ice hockey player; left wing (New York Rangers) Alcohol and oxycodone overdose (accidental) Mixed alcohol and prescription drugs 2011 age 28
Amy Winehouse English singer and songwriter Fatal alcohol poisoning; alcoholism Alcohol 2011 age 27
Erica Blasberg American golfer (LPGA) Asphyxia; multiple drug overdose: butalbital, temazepam, alprazolam, codeine, hydrocodone, and tramadol (suicide) Prescription drugs 2010 age 25
Andy Irons Surfer Cardiac arrest complicated by mixed drug ingestion (cocaine, methamphetamine, alprazolam, methadone) Mixed illegal and prescription drugs 2010 age 32
Edward Fatu “Umaga” Samoan-American professional wrestler Hydrocodone, carisoprodol, diazepam (accidental) Prescription drug overdose 2009 age 36
Michael Jackson American Pop Singer and icon Cardiac arrest, acute propofol intoxication; midazolam, lidocaine, diazepam, lorazepam also noted in autopsy report Prescription drugs 2009 age 50
Billy Mays Spokesperson Heart disease possibly complicated by cocaine use Illegal drug 2009 age 51
Christopher Bowman American figure skater Drug overdose: cocaine, diazepam, cannabis, alcohol (accidental) Mixed alcohol, illegal and prescription drugs 2008 age 40
Heath Ledger Australian actor Combined drug toxicity due to oxycodone, hydrocodone, alprazolam, diazepam, temazepam, doxylamine (accidental) Prescription drug overdose 2008 age 28
Scott Charles (“Bam Bam”) Bigelow American professional wrestler; World Wrestling Federation (WWF) and World Championship Wrestling (WCW) Multiple drug overdose: cocaine, temazepam (accidental), possibly worsened by heart disease Mixed illegal and prescription drugs 2007 age 45
Chris Mainwaring Australian Football Player Cocaine overdose (accidental) Illegal drug 2007 age 41
Anna Nicole Smith American model, Playboy playmate, actress Combined drug toxicity due to chloral hydrate and benzodiazepines (accidental) Prescription drugs 2007 age 40
Ike Turner Musician, bandleader, songwriter, producer Cardiovascular, lung disease complicated by cocaine overdose (accidental) Illegal drug 2007 age 76
George Best Professional soccer player Complications due to alcohol abuse, alcoholism Alcohol 2005 age 59
Eddie Guerrero Professional wrestler Cardiomyopathy, heart disease, possibly due to anabolic steroid use Anabolic steroids (speculated) 2005 age 38
Steven Scott Bechler Major League baseball pitcher; Baltimore Orioles Heat stroke exacerbated by ephedra Alternative/herbal drug 2003 age 23
Anthony Durante Professional wrestler Oxycodone or fentanyl overdose (accidental) Prescription drug overdose 2003 age 36
Howie Epstein American bass guitarist (Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers) Possible heroin overdose; also reportedly using prescription antibiotics Illegal drug overdose 2003 age 47
Elisa Bridges American model, actress Drug overdose: heroin, methamphetamine, alprazolam, meperidine Mixed illegal and prescription drugs 2002 age 28
Douglas Glenn Colvin, aka Dee Dee Ramone American songwriter and musician (The Ramones) Heroin overdose (accidental) Illegal drug 2002 age 50
John Entwistle English bass guitarist (The Who) Heart attack induced by cocaine Illegal drug 2002 age 58
Darrell Porter American professional baseball player Cocaine overdose (accident) Illegal drug 2002 age 50
Christopher Wiley Antley Horse jockey; 2-time Kentucky Derby winner Overdose; (clobenzorex, paroxetine, methamphetamine, carbamazepine) and trauma (accidental) Prescription drugs 2000 age 34
Chris Farley Comedian, actor; Saturday Night Live sketch comedy TV show Overdose; combination of morphine and cocaine; complicated by heart disease; fluoxetine also in system (accidental) Illegal drugs 1997 age 33
Peter Jackson Australian rugby player Heroin overdose (suicide) Illegal drug 1997 age 33
Margeaux Hemingway American actress Phenobarbital overdose; suicide Prescription drug overdose 1996 age 42
Phyllis Hyman American singer, songwriter and actress Fatal overdose of pentobarbital and secobarbital (suicide) Prescription drugs 1995 age 45
Kurt Cobain American singer-songwriter and musician (Nirvana) Gunshot wound to head; heroin and diazepam found in body (suicide) Mixed illegal and prescription drugs 1994 age 27
River Phoenix American actor Heroin and cocaine overdose Illegal drugs 1993 age 23
David Waymer American football player, NFL Heart attack, cocaine related Illegal drug 1993 age 34
Paul Hayward Professional Rugby League Player; Newton Jets (Australia) Heroin overdose; contracted HIV in prison Illegal drug overdose 1992 age 38
John Kordic Professional hockey player Lung failure complicated by unspecified drug overdose (possible anabolic steroid abuse) unknown 1992 age 27
Abbie Hoffman American Political activist Phenobarbital overdose (suicide) Prescription drug overdose 1989 age 52
Chet Baker Jazz musician and singer, trumpet player, guitarist Accidental fall from hotel window; cocaine, heroin Illegal drugs 1988 age 59
David Croudip American football defensive cornerback for the Atlanta Falcons Cocaine overdose (accidental) Illegal drug 1988 age30
Len Bias Boston Celtics second overall NBA draft pick (1986) Cardiac arrhythmia induced by a cocaine overdose (accidental) Illegal drug 1986 age 23
Don Rogers Football safety in the National Football League (US), Cleveland Browns Fatal cocaine overdose (accidental) Illegal drug 1986 age 23
Richard Burton Welsh-born actor Cerebral hemorrhage; possible complications due to alcohol, alcoholism Alcohol 1984 age 58
Truman Capote American writer Liver disease complicated by phlebitis, alcohol and multiple drug intoxication Alcohol 1984 age 59
David Kennedy Fourth son of Robert F. Kennedy; no profession Overdose of cocaine, meperidine, thioridazine (controversial, some say he was murdered) Mixed illegal and prescription drugs 1984 age 28
John Belushi American actor; comedian; musician; Saturday Night Live comedy TV show Speedball overdose; a combination of heroin and cocaine (accidental) Illegal drugs 1982 age 33
Jon Bonham English musician (drummer) and songwriter (Led Zeppelin) Asphyxiation due to massive alcohol consumption Alcohol 1980 age 32
John Simon Ritchie, aka Sid Vicious Musician (Sex Pistols) Heroin overdose (suicide) Illegal drug 1979 age 21
Keith Moon Drummer (The Who) Clomethiazole overdose Prescription drug 1978 age 32
Elvis Presley American musician, singer, actor, cultural icon Heart arrhythmia, possibly aggravated by multiple prescriptions (methaqualone, codeine, barbiturates, cocaine), speculated Mixed illegal and prescription drugs, speculated 1977 age 42
Freddie Prinze Actor Self-inflicted gunshot; possibly under influence of methaqualone, cocaine (suicide) Mixed illegal and prescription drugs, speculated 1977 age 22
Howard Hughes American business tycoon, movie producer and director, aviator, engineer, investor Kidney failure; possible complications due to chronic use of aspirin (high doses) and dehydration Nonprescription drug (not confirmed) 1976 age 70
Bruce Lee Martial artist, actor, film director, pop culture icon Cerebral edema due to meprobramate, aspirin Prescription drug overdose 1973 age 32
Jim Morrison Musician, singer, songwriter (The Doors) Heart failure; possible heroin or cocaine overdose (disputed) Illegal drug 1971 age 27
Jimi Hendrix American musician and singer-songwriter Respiratory arrest, asphyxia due to alcohol and barbiturate overdose; vomit inhalation Mixed alcohol and prescription drugs 1970 age 27
Janis Joplin American musician Heroin overdose Illegal drug 1970 age 27
Judy Garland American actress and singer Barbiturate (Seconal) overdose; controversial if suicide or accident Prescription drug overdose 1969 age 47
Brian Jones Musician (The Rolling Stones) Drowning due to alcohol and drug intoxication unknown 1969 age 27
Jack Kerouac Author Cirrhosis of liver, internal bleeding due to alcohol use Alcohol 1969 age 47
Brian Epstein English businessman; manager (The Beatles) Sedative overdose (accidental) Prescription drug overdose 1967 age 32
Lenny Bruce American comedian Drug overdose: morphine (accidental) Illegal drugs 1966 age 40
Eugene “Big Daddy” Lipscomb Football defensive lineman in the National Football League (US), Pittsburgh Steelers; professional wrestler Heroin overdose (accidental) Illegal drug 1963 age 31
Marilyn Monroe American actress, model, singer, sex symbol Barbiturate overdose (suicide) Prescription drug 1962 age 36
Billy Holiday American jazz singer and songwriter Cirrhosis of the liver due to alcohol; alcoholism Alcohol 1959 age 44
Joseph McCarthy U.S. Senator Hepatitis exacerbated by alcohol, alcoholism Alcohol 1957 age 48
Tommy Dorsey American jazz musician Choked himself while sleeping; unable to awaken due to sedative use Prescription drug overdose 1956 age 51
Hank Williams, Sr. Country music singer-songwriter Heart failure, possibly alcohol, drug-related (accidental) Mixed alcohol and Illegal drugs (speculated) 1953 age 29
Sigmund Freud Neurologist Physician-assisted suicide; morphine Prescription drug overdose 1939 age 83
 

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