For people with an addiction, craving—the strong desire for a substance—can affect their decision-making, new research shows.

A few items in the news recently: I. Jamie Lee Curtis announces her 22nd year of sobriety. Actor Jamie Lee Curtis has proudly proclaimed her 22 years of sobriety from the pharmaceutical opiate, ...

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 ...

Rutgers‑led study of 2.2 million people finds addiction risk is driven more by genes tied to impulse control and reward ...

Human beings, in all their complexity, are shaped by a myriad of thoughts, emotions, and experiences. Among the most profound aspects of our nature is our capacity for thought. This gift, however, can ...

Addiction is a widespread issue that affects millions of people around the world. In fact, according to the World Health Organization, over 39.5 million people globally suffer from substance use ...

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 ...

In the complex landscape of addiction treatment, individuals seeking help often face a critical decision: whether to reach ...

While sex can become compulsive and problematic for some people, there is little research on love as a true addiction.

Gaming Addiction: Understanding The Signs And Finding Healthier Balance: By Samridhi Shashank Key InsightsSorting out a messy relationship with the screen takes more than just "trying harder." It is ...