I'm here for my brother and he's admitted to his marijuana addiction.  He's had it for years and was in extreme denial about it.  But we never gave up on him because we know how great of a person he is without weed.  He just had to realize that he doesn't need this, it's only stunting his full potential, and it's hurting us too, not only him.  I remember being so glad when he told me that he quit, even though I've heard it over a hundred time, I still believe him and want to support him just as much. 

Yes, you're right, they need some stronger consequences for these kids.  It's really up to the coaches also to set the standards for these players.  When I was doing cheer at my college, the girls on the squad weren't allowed to party or have boyfriends because of the distraction and also our reputations.  You have to remember that whenever you're in a sport, you're representing your team and your school.  You're not just out there playing for yourself, it's a team effort and it can't be made up of weak links. 

How are things going Ms.Dew?  Have you cut back at all?  I remember when I gave up soda, I would get killer headaches.  It's not so much the caffeine that you're craving, it's the sugar in your brain.  I changed my diet, I ate mostly natural sugars like fruit, and I made sure to get a lot of sleep.  :)

That's pretty crazy, he makes his own alcohol!?  I think drinking and smoking is a cultural thing in India.  It has to be, or they don't have as much stigma as we do in the U.S.  Our population of people in the U.S. is much much higher than India, but they have more smokers than we do! 

I'd feel really sad if I knew my mom was spending all of her time at the casinos instead of being at home with the family.  But you're right, addiciton has no boundaries, it's a disease that everyone is at risk for. 

Be casual about it, bring it up jokingly and tell her it's rude because you want to spend quality time with her and you're sick of her checking her myspace all of the time. 

    You can't quite put your finger on it, but your relationship feels troubled.  In fact, things have become increasingly stressful and you're constantly fielding unresolved relationship problems... but you don't know why.  Could it be because your partner has a pornography problem?
    On the flip side, some couples have used various forms of erotica to help spice up their sex life.  After all, porn is one way lovers can be more intimate with each other.  But instead of peaking pleasure, porn is taking over someone's life, and has become the object of desire.  And you may feel in competition with porn and your partner's attention.
    Here are some indications that your partner may be addicted..
1. Your partner is not as social as he used to be.
- He is excusing himself from activities, has unexplained absences, and is not able to account for his time.  He has little interest in socializing with you or making time for others, including his family.
2. Your partner lacks interest in sex or is sexually unresponsive.
- You're noticing a decrease in physical affection and non-sexual touch.  If you have sex, it's because you are the one initiating it.  Your partner is having trouble becoming sexually aroused.
3. Your partner is being uncharacteristically demanding or rough during sex.
- You're feeling pressured to engage in sexual activities that are either emotionally or physically uncomfortable.  Your partner is using atypical sexual language.  He seems to be objectifing you and has no qualms about it.
4. Your partner does not seem present.
- Your partner has become emotionally distant during sex.  You're starting to feel sexually rejected or neglected.  In or out of the bedroom, you and your partner no longer describe yourselves as emotionally intimate.
5.  Your partner has started to nitpick your appearance. 
-Your partner seems more and more concerned with what you look like, and if you're sexually attractive "enough."  He's also making insensitive comments, which make you feel like a sex object.
6.  You feel like you're not getting straight answers from your lover.
- You suspect that much of what is being said these days is white lies.  Answers to your questions seem vague and nonsensical.  He's defensive when asked about porn use.
7. Your partner is practically wed to the Internet.
- He spends an excessive amount of time on the computer, often demanding privacy or changing his bedtime ritual.
8. You've noticed a change in your partner's demeanor.
- Your partner doesn't seem like himself.  He has trouble calming down and sleeping.  I fyou're noticing patterns or a collection of these indications, your partner likely has some major explaining to do.  If there is a problem, it will surface sooner or later.