Ever wondered why one person can try drugs and be seemingly unaffected while another can become hooked after just one use?

There are many misconceptions about addiction that can create stigma surrounding the disease. Here we separate the facts about addiction from myths.

Are you struggling with benzodiazepine cravings? Discover tips and strategies for managing these urges in early recovery.

Addiction is devastating for the whole family. Learn if you are helping or enabling your loved one's addiction.

During cocaine withdrawal, users have intense cravings. Here are a few ways to reduce your cravings and minimize risk of a relapse.

"Social drinking" can be a disguise for alcoholism. Answer these questions to spot alcohol dependence in your own life or a loved one’s.

Co-occurring disorders such as ADHD and addiction are common. Understand the links between the two disorders and how they can be treated together.

Addiction alters brain activity, leading to personality changes. Find out the different ways addiction can affect you and what you can do to reclaim your life.

With an action plan in place, you can quit smoking and leave behind your dependency on cigarettes for a happier, healthier lifestyle.

By recognizing the signs of cocaine use, you can better understand someone's drug abuse and get them the help they need.

Learn what places LGBTQ+ individuals at a higher risk of addiction and how queer people can best seek treatment.

For many who experience a trauma, the shock and hurt dissipates with time. Others, however, may turn to substances and develop addictions.