"Celebrity Rehab with Dr. Drew" follows the real-life experiences of Brigitte Nielsen, Chyna, Daniel Baldwin, Jeff Conaway, Jessica Sierra, Jaimee Foxworth, Seth "Shifty" Binzer, Mary Carey, and Ricco Rodriguez as they undergo detoxification and treatment at a center in the Los Angeles area. While these celebrity patients may be accustomed to receiving special treatment in their everyday lives, they were in for a major surprise when they entered this no-frills treatment facility. Dr. Drew was aided in the process by his experienced and trusted staff of counselors, including registered nurses and other addiction experts. In a television first, the highly respected doctor will give viewers an unflinching look at how the rehab process works and what it feels like for participants. Dr. Drew hopes to use his celebrity patients to humanize the process and show viewers that treatment is a viable way to break the cycle of addiction.
The Partnership for a Drug-Free America is a nonprofit organization
uniting communications professionals, renowned scientists and parents. Best
known for its national drug-education campaign, the Partnership's mission
is to reduce illicit drug use in America. Now in its 20th year, the
Partnership helps parents and caregivers effectively address drug and
alcohol abuse with their children. A major new initiative now unfolding
integrates the latest science and research with the most effective
traditional media and digital communication techniques to give parents the
tools, resources and support
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