Addiction to a drug means you cannot control your use of the substance, resulting in a harmful outcome. Drugs that are most commonly misused include alcohol, which can cause brain shrinkage, and ...

Exenatide (Ex-4), a glucagonlike peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonist currently used in the management of type 2 diabetes, could effectively treat drug addiction, including cocaine dependence, new ...

Researchers are investigating whether GLP-1 drugs could be used to treat addiction disorders, following patient reports of reduced cravings.

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Scientists who noticed that one heavy smoker suddenly lost all desire for cigarettes after suffering brain damage in a stroke have identified a structure deep in the brain as a ...

Synthetic nicotine rules widen on April 24, but experts say easy access to vaping devices and refill liquids still leaves ...

Human trafficking and drug addiction connected in Oklahoma City, investigators say ...