My friend's teenage brother had a very serious drinking problem. He was staying out late, coming home drunk on school nights, and crashing the family car. The problem was so serious that the whole ...

Addressing the root causes through dual diagnosis treatment does more than just achieve initial sobriety; it builds a ...

Take a look at the chemistry behind addiction. Reactions is taking a look at addiction science. What's going on brain chemistry that can cause addiction? It’s a sinister condition that affects ...

Sex and love addiction is not an official psychiatric diagnosis. Instead, it is a colloquial (slang or informal) term used to describe a compulsive preoccupation with romantic relationships that ...

Gambling addiction is an uncontrolled urge to place wagers and bets, no matter the consequences. Addicts feel the need to keep on betting, even if they go broke or get into debt. Losing while online ...

Kate Middleton has called for 'love' and 'kindness' for people dealing with addiction in a special new message shared on ...

What do Rob Lowe, Nicole Richie and Demi Lovato have in common? They all have struggled with addiction(s) and are now in long-term recovery — providing inspiring examples of how sustained recovery is ...

Staunton City Council member Alice Woods speaks to seniors at Staunton High School on Friday, March 8, 2024, about her 25 years of sobriety after an addiction to cocaine. Photo by Rebecca J. Barnabi.

The effects of cocaine vary depending on the intake method and dose. A single dose of cocaine can cause hypersensitivity, alertness, or paranoia. It may be fatal if people overdose or mix the drug ...

There are many theories about the causes of addiction, the use and abuse of legal and illegal psychoactive substances. Biology, psychology, and social and cultural elements all play a role in the ...