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Pregnant and addicted, mothers find hope

Some are girlish 22-year-olds; others are women approaching 40. They come from South Carolina's rural counties and its booming cities. They are loud and muted, lively and vacant, hopeful and desperate.

People.com: Medical Examiner Rules DJ AM Death an Accidental Overdose

The popular deejay had a number of drugs in his system at the time of his death

People.com: Source: DJ AM Had Nine OxyContin Pills in His Body

Authorities also found a Valentine's card from an ex-girlfriend, the source tells PEOPLE

Source: DJ AM had nine OxyContin pills in his body

Was it a suicide or an accident?

Commentary: Danger in your pill bottle

Prescribed opioids -- pain medication -- have become the fastest-growing addiction problem in the United States. They are second to marijuana as the most commonly used illicit substances.

Using dentists as dope dealers

Kenny Morrison soaked in life from his beachfront home. A top chef at a trendy L.A. restaurant, he served dinner to the Hollywood stars, including A-listers.

People.com: Attorney Defends Michael Jackson's Doctor

No Demerol or Oxycontin given to the singer - but a valiant effort to save his life, says lawyer

People.com: Felony Drug Trial of Levi Johnston's Mother Postponed

Sherry Johnston, whose son is Bristol Palin's ex-fiancé, is given time to reconsider plea

People.com: Levi Johnston's Mom Says Families Not at War

Sherry Johnson, who is awaiting trial on drug charges, says grandson Tripp was able to visit her at home

Recovery high school a 'soft landing' for post-rehab teens

It was Halloween night when 12-year-old Lucy Gross picked up her first marijuana cigarette, starting a spiral from which she is still struggling to recover.

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