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Actor Charlie Sheen reveals in his new memoir, "The Book of Sheen," and upcoming Netflix docuseries, "AKA Charlie Sheen," that a lifelong stutter fueled his decades-long battle with substance abuse. He began drinking to alleviate his speech impediment, later spiraling into addiction with alcohol and crack cocaine. Despite multiple relapses and interventions, including one from his father, Sheen achieved sobriety in 2017. His memoir details his struggles and journey to recovery, alongside perspectives from family and friends.

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