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Old Battle Lines Emerge As Syrian Conflict Intensifies

David W. Kearn | Posted 05.16.2013 | Politics
David W. Kearn

Since the end of the Cold War, American foreign policy has generally been distinguished by three major schools of thought. The debate over U.S. policy in Syria has brought the divisions between these camps into stark relief.

Limits of American Power, a Historical Perspective

Christopher McKnight Nichols | Posted 05.08.2013 | Politics
Christopher McKnight Nichols

Americans today debate possible new interventions, withdrawals, disputes over what does and does not constitute a "red line," and other applications of power abroad in light of enormous geopolitical changes and challenges. Let the debate consider the long history of cautious realism.

Do Red Lines on WMDs Matter?

Lionel Beehner | Posted 05.07.2013 | World
Lionel Beehner

There has been mounting criticism of the Obama administration for setting a line in the sand on Syria -- the movement or use of chemical weapons -- and then apparently failing to act out on its promise. The criticism has come in two varieties.

Brad Lamm With Marlo Thomas (WATCH)

Posted 05.06.2013 | MarloThomas

Addiction Specialist & Lifestyle Interventionist Brad Lamm joined me this week on Mondays With Marlo. Brad was such an interesting and informative gue...

Will a U.S.-led Intervention in Syria Drag Out the War?

Lionel Beehner | Posted 05.03.2013 | World
Lionel Beehner

The notion that somehow arming Syria's opposition means a long and protracted war is misguided and driven by a realist-inspired desire to stay on the sidelines and never intervene anywhere.

Time to Take Action in Schools and Communities

Michele Nealon-Woods | Posted 04.13.2013 | Chicago
Michele Nealon-Woods

If we are to evaluate our success as a nation based, at least in part, by our children's well-being, we ought to pay closer attention to what ails them emotionally, and to create a safe environment at home, at school and in the community they depend on to thrive.

My Two Months in Facebook Rehab

John Blumenthal | Posted 03.15.2013 | Comedy
John Blumenthal

I haven't gone on Facebook in a year. Whenever I am tempted, I speak to God. We have a special relationship because I had friended Him two years ago. He'd poked me twice.

WATCH: How To Save Mom And Dad From Their Alcohol Abuse

Posted 04.12.2013 | Fifty

Boomers have a far different relationship with their parents than their children have with them. While their kids may feel comfortable talking to them...

'Intervention': Young Mom Lives In Closet With Son

Posted 12.18.2012 | TV

Sarah was a 21-year-old mother who was also a heavy user of Oxycontin, meth, ecstasy and more. She had herself convinced she was not a drug addict, th...

'Intervention': Teen Addict's Dad Told Her To OD

Posted 12.11.2012 | TV

On "Intervention," viewers were introduced to 19-year-old Alissa, who injected bath salts and even bleach into her arms. She said she shot up 20 times...

Scolding Syria

Joseph Blady, M.D. | Posted 02.05.2013 | World
Joseph Blady, M.D.

If our government wants to draw an arbitrary, rather hypocritical line in the sand at Assad's use of chemical weapons, fine. If we're going to bring the world back to its senses, we have to start somewhere. But I would apply two caveats.

'Intervention': Heroin Addict Freaks Out On A Plane

Posted 11.27.2012 | TV

On "Intervention," Nick's story showed just how dangerous a heroin addiction can be. At only 23-years old, Nick has already been hospitalized a dozen ...

'Intervention: Her Brother Is Her Drug Dealer

Posted 11.27.2012 | TV

There's nothing like the bond of siblings, but one mother watched it get perverted into something terrible and tragic on "Intervention." Kelly was a 2...

An Experiment in Not Minding My Own Business

Maureen Anderson | Posted 01.21.2013 | Parents
Maureen Anderson

How do you thank your kid for helping you grow up?

'Intervention': Teen Girl's Parents Did Nothing After She Was Raped

Posted 11.20.2012 | TV

On "Intervention," 24-year-old Megan was two years into a heroin addiction. Her downward spiral began when she was just 15. She started using alcohol,...

'Intervention': Man's Young Daughters Have No Idea He's An Addict

Posted 10.30.2012 | TV

Al is still a young father at only 32 years old, who should be enjoying watching his children grow up. But thanks to a serious drug addiction, he's in...

Someone Needs To Stop Him

Posted 12.23.2012 | Comedy

Addicts aren't the only ones who need their own intervention-based reality series. At least that's what sketch group Harvard Sailing Team thinks. ...

'Intervention': Alcoholic Resents Daughter's Engagement

Posted 10.23.2012 | TV

Cher's pain stemmed back to her childhood, leading her to the alcoholism that saw her featured on "Intervention." She'd come from a background where s...

Regarding Tonight's Debate

Rep. Dennis Kucinich | Posted 12.22.2012 | Politics
Rep. Dennis Kucinich

Tonight's presidential debate will focus on foreign policy. As we listen to Democratic and Republican presidential candidates it is worth saying that a thoughtful foreign policy isn't about who can drop the most bombs.

'Intervention': Alcoholic Expecting Child With Fiancee

Posted 10.16.2012 | TV

Ryan was an alcoholic, drinking upward of 18 beers a day, every day. His story unfolded on "Intervention," including a bizarre stapling incident. Ryan...

'Intervention': One Twin Addicted To Alcohol, The Other To Crack

Posted 10.09.2012 | TV

Like most twins, Miriam and Susie aren't the same in every way. Unfortunately, though, they did both stumble into addiction. Only for Miriam it's alco...

Addiction and Reality TV

Sacha Z. Scoblic | Posted 11.24.2012 | TV
Sacha Z. Scoblic

Does an addict who uses 40 bags of heroin (!) per day really have the mental wherewithal to give informed consent to be filmed? How much desperation (I need help but I can't afford it, can you help, Dr. Drew?) goes into such consent?

You Need Help!: A Book Review by Lloyd I. Sederer, M.D.

Lloyd I. Sederer, MD | Posted 11.20.2012 | Healthy Living
Lloyd I. Sederer, MD

Families and friends face extraordinary challenges helping a loved one enter and remain in mental health treatment. They also will face a bewildering mental health system and terribly uneven quality of care. They need information, support and coaching.

'Intervention': Addict Was Sexually Abused As A Child

Posted 09.18.2012 | TV

Terry's life started to spiral out of control at a young age. By the time he was featured on "Intervention," he was divorced, living with his parents ...

'Intervention': Son Tries To Take Care Of Addict Mother

Posted 09.11.2012 | TV

A tragic tale of a son forced to try and take care of his mother on "Intervention." Zach found himself stepping up to try and help his mother out as b...