Scientists have long known that stress and addiction travel together, but the biological connection between a hard day and a ...

Why do stressful moments so often push people toward habits like drinking? A new study from Texas A&M University offers one of the clearest answers yet, identifying a direct connection inside the ...

Unsafe substance use has been a public health crisis in the United States for decades. And since the start of the pandemic, the crisis has only increased in severity. According to the New York State ...

Modern social connections constantly compete with screens for attention. It can feel like people are more interested in their ...

The connection between mental health and substance misuse is frequently misunderstood and underreported. Through these discussions, several celebrities reflected on their own experiences with ...

Why does stress trigger drinking? A new study identifies a direct brain circuit between stress centers and habit-forming regions.

The ADHD brain is different, not faulty. The ADHD system can set a person up for addiction. Dopamine levels are the key to ...

Gen Z “ghosts” alcohol as sobriety rises; The White Chip shows addiction and recovery. Gen Z is increasingly “ghosting” alcohol, embracing sober curiosity and redefining social life. Yet nearly 28 ...