Most people do not use one drug, but many. SUDs often involve different substances, but the underlying problem is really one ...

People often joke that their favorite snack is "like crack" or call themselves "chocoholics" in jest. But can someone really be addicted to food in the same way they could be hooked on substances such ...

The White House’s strategy for tackling the drug and addiction crisis, released this week, sets lofty public health goals but ...

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 ...

Kratom and 7-OH may be marketed as herbal supplements, but they function like opioids — shaping how clinicians treat ...

A surprising new study sheds light on the origins of addiction. Kurashova - stock.adobe.com A new study of lab rats who were given cocaine is shedding new light on the cognition of addiction.

Addiction can be a loaded term. The word originated in the 16th century to denote an abnormal attachment, typically to alcohol, and was derived from the Latin term for legally binding someone into a ...

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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, ...

Abstract: This article explores the growing intersection between addiction management and the legalization of substances such as cannabis and ketamine, with a particular focus on Attention Deficit ...

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 ...