Addiction is an umbrella term that reflects qualities of substance use disorder, characterized by an inability to stop using a substance despite harmful consequences. However, addiction is not a ...

Joey Fatone has brought together members of *NSYNC, Backstreet Boys, 98 Degrees, O-Town, LFO and more share their stories in ...

Studies show that ibogaine can be effective for short-term opioid addiction treatment, especially reducing drug cravings and some withdrawal symptoms.

As drug overdose deaths in the U.S. continue to skyrocket, advocates and lawmakers are working to pass key legislation to help prevent opioid addiction before it starts. Tens of millions of Americans ...

Remarkable scientific progress over the past five decades has helped us develop knowledge of how drugs of abuse induce pleasure, reinforce use, and lead to the compulsive self-administration we call ...

Nearly 50 million over the age of 12 reportedly have substance use disorders, which can include addictions to alcohol or drugs. Other issues that affect millions - such as gambling, shopping, gaming, ...

From vapes at gas stations to alcohol in nearly every social setting, addictive behaviors are more accessible than ever. While many recognize the term ‘addiction’, spotting the signs in a friend or ...

DENVER (KDVR) — Earlier this year, state legislature passed a bill to regulate the sale of kratom, an over-the-counter drug with similar effects as opioids that you can find in gas stations or sold ...

Homelessness, addiction, and abuse don’t exist in a vacuum. Too often, our society views these challenges as personal failures as if these crises start with “bad choices” and end with personal ...

The fourth paragraph of Emily Sayre Smith's author bio is impossible to forget: "She took a gun out of her mouth in April of 1998 and went to an AA meeting. It stuck, so she’s here. 'I can’t tell you ...

I believe in the power of collaboration; we will explore the underlying issues contributing to substance use, develop coping strategies, and work toward lasting recovery. As a therapist and a military ...