Diagnosing substance-use disorder can be difficult because of patient denial related to the stigma attached to addiction.

Hundreds of international experts in gambling addiction are urging a more coordinated approach to enhance interventions and ...

This combination, a drastic transformation that feels organic rather than politically imposed, makes the rise of vice a ...

Many people are using marijuana for medical reasons, and it may provide benefits for some. However, Stanford Medicine experts warn that older adults, in particular, should be mindful of the potential ...

The negative impacts of social media to teens are fueling lawsuits, school bans and a worldwide debate on screen addiction ...

"Don't give me narcotics." Emmalee Hortin, a doula, recalled one of her clients delivering that message to hospital staff.

Trump administration details a new addiction initiative led by HHS secretary Kennedy emphasizing faith-based groups, tough ...

From the we're-addicted-to-calling-habits-addictions dept.

Prevention can mean removing risk factors but also cultivating promotive factors. Positive childhood experiences (PCEs) are an important aspect of addiction prevention.

For the first time, a jury will hear claims that social media giants like Meta designed social media to addict young users.

CNN Sports reports on the way gambling addictions prey on fandom, the convenience of online sportsbooks, and masculine culture of competitiveness to corrupt the role of sports in their lives.

The landscape of mental health support for individuals grappling with gambling addiction is undergoing a significant transformation, particularly in regions where regulated betting markets are ...