As a psychologist and author specializing in the application of empirical research to clinical work, I am fascinated by the ways behavior research can be applied to understanding human psychology. I ...

Addiction casts a wide net across society, entangling people of all ages and walks of life in its intricate web. Beyond the stereotypes and assumptions that often surround substance abuse lies a ...

The desire to help can sometimes lead to enabling behaviors that may inadvertently prolong the addiction cycle. Understanding ...

When we talk about health, the conversation often centers on nutrition, exercise, sleep, and stress management. But one critical component of overall well-being that cannot be overlooked is addiction ...

Tampa (BLOOM) – Welcome to a profound journey—one that requires immense strength, resilience, and unwavering love. Navigating a relationship with a drug addict is a challenging and emotional ...

SEATTLE — Could artificial intelligence hold the key to solving America’s opioid epidemic? Scientists at the University of Washington are using AI to understand addictive behavior and how the brain ...

The Camden County Board of Commissioners and the Addiction Awareness Task Force (AATF) launched the Break the Stigma campaign to change the conversation around addiction and recovery. This initiative ...

When substance abuse enters a family’s life, it rarely affects just one person. The ripple effects touch everyone in the household, altering relationships, routines, and the emotional atmosphere that ...

This article explores social media addiction, its effects on adults, and offers practical strategies for reducing usage while ...

The conversation about addiction within Black families requires a fundamental shift toward understanding it as a medical condition rather than a moral failing. This perspective change proves crucial ...

One of the dominant ways of thinking about addiction is as a disease. While there is evidence for this approach, it often leads to a dismissal of addiction’s social causes, rooted in alienation and ...