Extreme instances of stress can cause lasting changes to the brain itself. This could leave some people more vulnerable to ...

Every September, National Recovery Month is observed to increase awareness and understanding of mental health and substance ...

Today’s questioner asks, “What is addiction? Is it always a problem, or only when it’s harmful things like drugs or alcohol?” ...

Much of the language historically used to describe addiction carries negative connotations. We must ensure our communication shows love, respect, and hope in recovery. Words should reflect empathy and ...

Is Internet Addiction Disorder (IAD) real? A new study suggests it may be — and that its effects can be seen in the human brain. The study asked those between the ages 14 and 21 questions about how ...

While that message has been spread on social media, researchers are just beginning to understand how the devices affect the ...

Over my 50-year career as an addiction researcher, these are the most common misconceptions I've heard about people with alcohol and drug addictions. Myth 1: Addiction is a bad choice. Many people ...

A new study finds changes in brain regions associated with addiction in frequent video gaming teenagers. But the findings raise questions about whether such research is really relevant to the ...

You reach for your phone the moment you wake up, scroll through social media while drinking coffee, check notifications during every spare moment, and fall asleep with your device in hand. This ...