How do rock stars deal with drug and alcohol abuse?

Rehab/mutual support: If you are not able to finance a stay in rehab, consider attending a meeting of alcoholics anonymous.

Some, not well: Many rock stars have become examples of the worst outcomes in drug and alcohol abuse: death. Alternatively, their sagas show revolutions into and out of rehab systems, and then back again. Chemical dependency is a heartbreaking disease for anyone. For recovery, one needs sober, rock-solid supports -- and chronic exposure to others abusing alcohol/drugs in "the business" makes it much harder.

Part of the culture: Being a star is exciting and a kick in itself. It becomes a norm for rock stars. Like everyone they sometimes seek a new thrill and given their access to drug induced excitement, that is a common pathway. Some can intelligently control this and use it sparingly but some simply succomb and it can ruin their personal lives and careers.