In the aftermath of a difficult breakup, it's not uncommon for people to turn to guilty pleasures such as food, sex and alcohol to help drown out the pain of the split. For regular folks, a little indulgence may be just what the doctor ordered -- in moderation. But for addicts -- current or recovering -- the stress of the split can trigger a dangerous relapse into past bad behaviors.
Click through the slides below to see five celebrities who took the big step to get help after their splits.
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