The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) has ordered tougher addiction warnings for several widely used ...

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In a world full of temptations, it's possible for a person to become addicted to just about anything. And while it's not always obvious, there are often warning signs that suggest there's a problem.

When it comes to commonly used—and commonly misused—substances, it's essential to understand the nuanced differences between casual use, dependence, and addiction. Whether it's a morning coffee, a ...

Alcohol and other drugs can overpower the reward pathways of the brain. Simona Dumitru/Moment via Getty Images Many people are wired to seek and respond to rewards. Your brain interprets food as ...

Ultraprocessed foods like donuts and pizza are particularly rewarding to a person's brain. Articles in this report were published with editorial independence. The collection was made possible by the ...

Science continues to analyze and explore new ways to look at how traditionally used medicinal substances can be used for addiction recovery. I’ve written about medically assisted treatments (MATs) in ...

The experiences of one doctor in Louisiana reveal the tensions around trying to get people to engage in addiction treatment, ...