Addiction is one of the most common and consequential chronic medical conditions in the United States. Nationwide, more than 46 million people met the criteria for a substance abuse disorder as of ...

In cognitive behavioral therapy they're a big part of the "Five W's" = When, Where, Why, With, and What. In the various 12-step programs they're simply referred to as "People, places, and things." But ...

Recovery from addiction is a challenging journey, filled with both triumphs and setbacks. For individuals seeking long-term sobriety, relapse can be a disheartening reality. However, recent findings ...

Recovery from addiction is a journey that requires not only personal commitment but also effective strategies to navigate the challenges that arise along the way. One of the most significant ...

Alcohol use disorder (AUD) is one of the leading causes of preventable death in the United States and worldwide, and leads to substantial disease and medical complications. While treatments are ...

If you are starting or considering recovery, you'll need to understand why you got addicted to drugs and how they changed your behavior. You'll also want to know what you can expect from drug ...

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — For many, the holiday season brings celebration, travel and time with loved ones. But for people in recovery from substance use, it can also bring disrupted routines, heightened ...

Why are some individuals able to use recreational drugs in a controlled way, whereas others switch to the compulsive, relapsing drug-seeking and -taking habits that characterize substance use disorder ...

The social distancing and isolation of the coronavirus pandemic may put people struggling with addiction at risk for relapse, an expert says. Feeling stressed, isolated and scared may drive them back ...

Why would someone who seems to be doing well with their recovery start drinking again? This scenario often puzzles family and friends. Especially when they have witnessed a loved one successfully ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about branding, burnout, and redefining ambition. For many executives, burnout becomes a cycle. They push hard, run on ...

Talk therapy for post-traumatic stress disorder, or PTSD, doesn't appear to increase addiction treatment patients' risk of relapse, a small new study says. Roughly a quarter of people with drug or ...