Researchers say results present “a concrete target to test whether changing how cocaine is metabolized can blunt the drive toward compulsive use.” ...

Are you at risk for addictive behaviors? Some people are genetically predisposed to addictive behavior. It is common for people who have addictive behaviors to be depressed. Often people who have ...

Researchers at the University of California San Diego have completed a massive genetic study that identifies key biological ...

Researchers at the University of California San Diego have completed a massive genetic study that identifies key biological drivers of cocaine addiction, uncovering a potential new target for ...

In North Carolina, alcohol-related deaths are on the rise. Here's what the data from Forsyth County says about who is impacted most.

Drugs. Alcohol. TikTok. Internet games. Sex. An Ex. Chocolate. Slot machines. Shopping. Can these stimuli be addictive? The idea of being addicted to a process or behavior is very controversial.

Can any behavior be addictive? The answer is probably “yes,” depending on the person. Having said that, in our book, Why Can’t I Stop?, we selected the behaviors that we and others see as having the ...

People often joke that their favorite snack is "like crack" or call themselves "chocoholics" in jest. But can someone really be addicted to food in the same way they could be hooked on substances such ...

More than a third of Americans report making New Year’s resolutions, statistics show, many of which are focused on kicking bad habits. Whether it’s smoking, overeating, drinking excessive alcohol or ...

Expanded inpatient rehab services now offer integrated, personalized care for individuals battling gambling addiction.

Can AI replace your therapist for addiction? The answer may surprise you — and the stakes could not be higher.