The American Society of Addiction Medicine defines addiction as a chronic disease affecting brain reward, motivation, and memory systems, creating compulsive cravings for substances or behaviors that ...

Addiction is a complex issue that affects millions of individuals and families across the nation. Understanding early addiction symptoms is crucial for effective prevention and intervention. Addiction ...

The journey through addiction recovery often begins with well-meaning attempts to quit through personal determination or casual support networks. However, when dealing with substance dependence, these ...

Addiction doesn’t arise in isolation. For many individuals, it follows years of emotional adversity, trauma, nutrient depletion, and gut dysfunction. People experiencing addiction often eat poorly or ...

In 12-step groups, addicts must acknowledge the powerlessness, unmanageability, and denial that have impacted them. This is known as the “first step” in the 12 steps. It’s vital for addicts to reach ...

If you're struggling with a substance abuse disorder, there's good news because it means you can have a high rehab success rate and enjoy long-term recovery. According to research by JAMA, between ...

If you or someone you know is in crisis, contact the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline via call, text or chat. A new study finds that addiction to social media, mobile phones and video games is linked to ...

Michele Gerber, Ph.D., is the founder and President of the Benton Franklin Recovery Coalition. She is the author of a recent ...