As the opioid epidemic has picked up wide spread national media attention, so has patient awareness on the topic. One to two years ago when I would try to discuss the ongoing epidemic with patients, ...

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, ...

Pain medicine addiction stands as a complex labyrinth, impacting lives across diverse spectra. It doesn’t discriminate; it affects individuals irrespective of age, background or occupation. What ...

People who smoke can become physically dependent on nicotine, which is the chemical in tobacco products that makes them addictive. Individuals who vape may also experience this physical dependency.

One size never fits all, whether it is a pair of stretch pants, the “universal” television remote, or an adjustable wrench. Why would we assume that there is only one method or program of recovery for ...

Addiction rarely announces itself in a clear, orderly way. For many women, it builds in layers, shaped by stress, trauma, ...

In a recent New York Times essay, Patti Davis, daughter of former president Ronald Reagan, reflects on the destructive power of addiction in her life. She describes waiting with others to snort ...

Discover how Nigeria is leveraging AI and digital systems as a new weapon against addiction. Learn about the SBI tool for ...