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Mike\\u2019s first experience with drinking as a teenager left him wanting more of those warm feelings, despite being made the target if public humiliation after passing out.\\xa0 The booze let to drugs, including cocaine and drug-fueled road trips with friends.\\xa0 But after turning 18, Mike learned he could get the cocaine on his own and not needing anyone\\u2019s help.\\xa0 This began a dark period of being alone and high.
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