Treatment also is useless unless it’s accompanied by life change, Walter said. People need “recovery capital” to succeed — ...

Ultraprocessed foods can create powerful pulls similar to those of alcohol, nicotine or opioids, with worrisome consequences for our health.

The opioid epidemic has been called “the deadliest drug crisis in American history.” Of the 105,000 people who died from drug ...

Research indicates that discussions, debates, and studies in the 19th and 20th centuries explored personal agency and ...

The White Lotus' Jason Isaacs reflected on his nearly 30-year sobriety journey with a motivational message to anyone else who ...

Although drinking alcohol may seem calming at first, it can worsen anxiety, interact with medications, and disrupt sleep, experts warn.

GLP-1 is a natural human hormone that regulates blood glucose levels. Scientists have now created long-lasting GLP-1 drugs ...

Through her Blueprint program and 1:1 mentorship, Tiffani goes beyond mindset coaching, helping women break free from endless ...

Make no mistake, addiction is a neurological brain disorder. When the subject of addiction comes up, people often lean on ...

Addiction often isn’t about chasing pleasure—it’s about escaping pain. Researchers at Scripps Research have discovered that a ...

A consensus is emerging among scientists that certain foods are addictive for some people. But questions remain about which foods, which people and why.

I am very sad to read Sarah Rahal’s article (“Homeless nonprofit to cut staff and services,” Metro, Sept. 21) concerning cuts to what I feel is the best program in Boston. We need to do more to help ...