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Advice for dancers: former New York City Ballet dancer Linda Hamilton, Ph.D., is a psychologist, a wellness consultant lot NYCB, and the author of Advice for Dancers (Jossey-Bass). She has offered advice to Dance Magazine readers since 1992.

Publication: Dance Magazine
Publication Date: 01-AUG-07
Format: Online
Delivery: Immediate Online Access

Article Excerpt
I'M CONCERNED ABOUT A DANCER IN MY COMPANY WHO USES DRUGS AND ALCOHOL. MANAGEMENT HAS ASKED HIM TO GO INTO REHAB. HE ADMITTED HE WAS STRUGGLING AND ENTERED A PROGRAM. HOW CAN I HELP? WE USED TO BE FRIENDS BEFORE HE HAD THESE PROBLEMS. CAN YOU TELL ME WHY THIS HAPPENS?

GETTING SOBER

NEW YORK, NY

Be supportive. Let him know that you care and make a point of listening rather than giving advice. There's no simple answer for why this happens to one person rather than another. Substance abuse is complex, involving both genetic and environmental factors. Abstinence requires treatment and ongoing support. In contrast, many smokers (smoking is also highly addictive) often...

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