Colorado shooting suspect James Holmes' dazed demeanor during his first court appearance has given rise to a multitude of theories about his mental state, ranging from full-blown psychosis to little more than being "some freak," as one victim of the shooting rampage described him after the hearing.
The police investigation of Whitney Houston's death is "officially closed" with the conclusion that her death was an accidental drowning, the Beverly Hills Police Department said Wednesday.
Whitney Houston drowned face down in a tub of "extremely hot water" about 12 inches deep, the final autopsy report on the singer's death said.
Dr. Sanjay Gupta goes over the revelations revealed in Whitney Houston's autopsy report, which was released Wednesday.
CNN's Dr. Sanjay Gupta says the brain is "rewired" when someone becomes addicted.
To watch Whitney Houston's powerful "home going" service on Saturday was to be reminded that she was a one-of-a-kind talent, with a divine instrument that even in death soared above all the other famous voices that gathered at the New Hope Baptist Church in Newark, New Jersey, to celebrate her. But sadly, Houston was a dime a dozen in another aspect of her life: her dependence on drugs and alcohol.
One by one, the famous train wrecks and no-name junkies come to see the addict whisperer in his sunny aerie above the fabled corner of Hollywood and Vine. Eleven stories above the strip clubs and head shops and crowded sidewalks embedded with shiny golden stars, they seek Bob Forrest's help in fighting their demons.
Former addict turned rehab counselor Bob Forrest talks about prescription drug abuse in the U.S. and why he came clean.
An attorney who represents alleged victims of Jerry Sandusky blasted the former Penn State assistant football coach on Monday in the wake of a recent interview Sandusky gave to the New York Times.
Mindy McCready's ex-boyfriend says he's hoping the country music singer will "get back on her path so she can be a part of our son's life."
Country music singer Mindy McCready was hiding in the closet with her son when authorities took the 5-year-old boy into custody in Arkansas, officials said early Saturday.
Dr. Drew Pinsky and Po Bronson talk to Anderson Cooper about the science behind physically disciplining children.
The death of actor Jeff Conaway was ruled accidental by the Los Angeles County Coroner's Office on Monday.
The Grease star died from major internal infection
Bristol Palin opens up to HLN's Dr. Drew about how hard it is to be a teen mom.
Bristol Palin says she's optimistic about her mother's chances if the former Alaska governor decides to run for president.
HLN's Dr. Drew Pinsky and TruTV's Sunny Hostin spar over a recent ruling about forcibly medicating Jared Loughner.
O.J. Simpson prosecutor Marcia Clark tells HLN's Joy Behar that Casey Anthony's verdict was more shocking than O.J.'s.
A prosecutor in the Casey Anthony trial said Wednesday that jurors might have acquitted her even if she had opened herself up to a tough cross-examination by taking the stand.
Don't be surprised if Casey Anthony walks out of jail a free woman after her sentencing Thursday, legal experts say.
CNN's Tom Foreman takes a look back at the key moments in the closely watched murder trial of Casey Anthony.
Dr. Drew Pinsky speaks with Anderson Cooper about fmr. Rep. Anthony Weiner and the treatment Weiner might be seeking.
HLN's Dr. Drew Pinsky addresses why sleep deprivation is dangerous, deadly and widespread.
It's the question I'm being asked over and over again since the scandal over Rep. Anthony Weiner's illicit tweeting came to light: Is flirting via the Internet cheating?
Punned out on Weiner-mania? CNN's Jeanne Moos puts the "whine" in Weiner.
He's finally come clean. After days of lying, Rep. Anthony Weiner has admitted to what he couldn't cover up any longer.
CNN's John King asks HLN's Dr. Drew Pinsky about the psychological repercussions of the Rep. Weiner scandal.
The internist and Celebrity Rehab host recounts his time with the late, troubled actor
The Grease and Taxi actor was taken off life-support at his family's request
Actor Jeff Conaway, who was in the TV series "Taxi" and the movie "Grease," died Friday morning, his manager said.
HLN's Dr. Drew Pinsky and Mike Catherwood talk about the life and death of Jeff Conaway.
HLN's Dr. Drew Pinsky says he is deeply saddened to learn that Jeff Conaway is in a coma.
Actor Jeff Conaway's prospect for recovering from pneumonia and sepsis grew "increasingly grim" as a blood infection reemerged Sunday, according to a source familiar with Conaway's medical condition.
The former Taxi star is "not doing well," says the Celebrity Rehab doctor
Actor Jeff Conaway is on the "razor's edge," fighting for his life against pneumonia and a blood infection, according to a source familiar with Conaway's medical condition, who asked not to be identified.
The actor seemed in good spirits before suffering a possible overdose; he hasn't moved in days
Actor Jeff Conaway is "virtually comatose" eight days after he was found unconscious from an overdose of painkillers, his manager said Thursday.
Joy Behar talks with Dr. Drew Pinsky, host of the upcoming "Dr. Drew Show" on HLN, about the latest on Lindsay Lohan.
The former star says she's not surprised Bravo pulled the plug on Real Housewives of D.C.
Rock singer Sammy Hagar, a little older since his Van Halen days but still featuring bountiful blond curls, touted single moms, family and sex Monday night on the premiere of HLN's "Dr. Drew."
Sammy Hagar explains problems he and Eddie Van Halen had with alcohol.
The Real Housewives star "doesn't have an addiction," her husband tells PEOPLE
Addiction specialist and HLN host Dr. Drew Pinsky weighs in on the behavior of actor Charlie Sheen.
The reality star denies a report that she's checked into treatment for a pill addiction to be on the show
This column is for Dr. Drew Pinsky. Yes, Doctor. For you.
In 24 hours, actor Charlie Sheen managed a marathon of appearances that kept viewers enthralled.
Actor Charlie Sheen speaks out against accusations of drug use in a slew of controversial interviews.
Capping a day of bombastic assertions and harsh accusations on the airwaves and internet, embattled actor Charlie Sheen lashed out Monday at addiction specialists and sitcom executives while proclaiming himself clean and focused thanks to an "epiphanous awakening."
Charlie Sheen advises people to stay away from crack cocaine "unless you can manage it socially," which he told a radio interviewer Monday he could.
The Celebrity Rehab host cautions that the actor not rush back to work and "take the time" to recover fully
The celebrity doctor says he would advise Lohan to take a "gradual approach" to recovery
In November, HLN's Joy Behar talked with Dr. Drew Pinsky and Rachel Uchitel about Rachel's love addiction.
The former New York nightclub hostess who gained fame when she was named as one of golfer Tiger Woods' alleged mistresses could soon be helping clients track cheating spouses.
Last June, Jeremy London, the star of "Mallrats" and "Gods and Generals" who had once set teen hearts ablaze on "7th Heaven" and as Neve Campbell's love interest on "Party of Five," claimed that he'd been kidnapped and forced at gunpoint to do drugs:
Gearing up for the 4th season of Celebrity Rehab, Dr. Drew demystifies Hollywood's addiction ails
At some point, the "rush to rehab," reached the ridiculous. Does a week pass without some celebrity, politician or famous athlete heading to a rehabilitation treatment center? And often with the cameras rolling.
"He's dead. Do you need to know anything more?" Pinsky says
The Diff'rent Strokes star is treated by Dr. Drew Pinsky on the set of The Insider
New rumors emerge that the golf champ has checked into an upscale Arizona clinic
The Twitter phenomenon, in which anybody can tell his or her followers anything -- in 140 characters or less -- now has a payoff that can go beyond the thrill of self-publishing.
Scotland's Susan Boyle gives new meaning to the term "overnight sensation." The "Britain's Got Talent" contestant was expected to be something of a joke when she first sauntered on stage, but she absolutely wowed the audience, the judges -- and then the world via the Internet -- with her stunning rendition of "I Dreamed a Dream."
'Britain's Got Talent' judge Amanda Holden joins CNN's Larry King to discuss Susan Boyle's hospitalization.
President Obama is well on his way to enshrinement in the Guinness Book of World Records for most miscues, stinks and brushfires in the first 100 days of an administration. The latest concerns his televised lament to Jay Leno on Thursday night that his bowling skills, or lack thereof (he recently bowled a 129), are worthy of the Special Olympics. Naturally, a sweaty apology to Special Olympics chairman Tim Shriver was issued and the Prez is now inviting Special Olympians to the White House to bowl or shoot hoops in a no-offense-it-was-just-an-unfortunate-little-joke-hah-hah gesture.
Pinsky "apologizes if his comments were hurtful," his rep says of the remarks about Cruise's mental health
The actor's lawyer bashes Pinsky for raising questions about Cruise's mental health
Teenagers who use marijuana put themselves at higher risks for serious mental health problems, including worsening depression, schizophrenia, anxiety and suicide, according to a new White House report.
A new report shows teens who use marijuana are at a higher risk for depression and mental illness.
An autopsy is planned for Thursday to determine what caused troubled actor Brad Renfro's untimely death, Los Angeles County coroner officials tell PEOPLE.
The troubles continue for former American Idol contestant Jessica Sierra, who was ordered to drug rehab Monday by a Tampa judge, FOX news reports.
What will it take for Britney to get it together this time? "Prime News" asks Dr. Drew Pinsky.
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