Izabel Rose said her five-month detention abroad was ‘traumatic’ but helped her overcome a dangerous ketamine addiction. She ...

Kratom products touting pain relief, energy and a mood boost are easy to buy in Arizona, but some consumers say they're getting hooked.

Ketamine, also known as Special K or Super K, is a short-acting anesthetic drug with hallucinogenic effects. It can change how you perceive sights and sounds, make you feel like you’re not in control, ...

This review examines the epidemiology, health risks, neurobiological mechanisms, and emerging treatments related to betel nut ...

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 ...

Gina Roberts folds up blankets on her bed in the sober home where she’s been living in Providence, R.I. on Feb. 2. She has ...

A doctor may prescribe opioid medications to manage pain after surgery or traumatic injury. They may also prescribe them for longer than several weeks to manage chronic conditions, such as ...

Excessive use of screens affects sleep and attention span and contributes to anxiety, depression, and a reduction in real-world social interactions ...

Digital addiction affects 25-30% of teenagers who exhibit problematic smartphone or internet use. There are mild, moderate, ...