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

There are countless misconceptions about addiction and those who struggle with it. Learn what addiction is, how to recognize it, and what you can do to help.

It's no secret that college students drink alcohol, but just how much are they drinking? Get the facts about college students and alcohol abuse.

New research shows that 1 out of 9 women drink while pregnant. Learn why so many pregnant women are consuming alcohol.

Approximately 3.6 million teens use e-cigarettes. Learn just how dangerous this new trend is.

Binge drinking is very popular on college campuses. Find out why people drink to get drunk and how to build healthy habits in college.

It is never too early to start talking to your teen about the dangers of alcohol. The time is now.

Baby boomers were frequently exposed to illicit substances. See how this drug culture and other factors continue to impact their risk of developing addiction.

A recent study found that teens from wealthier backgrounds are more likely to turn to drugs and alcohol. Learn how class status and addiction are linked.

According to the American Psychological Association, minority stress is behind it. While times have changed, members of the LGBTQ community are still the minority and face incredible amounts of discrimination and prejudice that can trigger stress, anxiety, depression, and other mental disorders.

During the last month, several legislations have been proposed that could greatly affect the opioid epidemic and drug addiction in general.

Some smokers in recovery insist that cigarettes curb drug and alcohol cravings. Discover why nicotine can actually disrupt treatment and trigger relapse.