Key Takeaways Evidence-based therapies for alcohol addiction have scientific validation behind them, making them more ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Dr. Lipi Roy writes about addiction, mental health and entertainment. Apr 20, 2024, 11:56am EDT Apr 20, 2024, 12:23pm EDT ...

Experts agree that addiction is a disease, yet the disease model doesn't capture addiction's harmful effects on others.

A vast majority of American adults say they have consumed alcohol at some point — yet experts warn that alcoholic beverages could be a "gateway drug" to more harmful substances. More than 84% of ...

Addiction can affect anyone, regardless of background, education, or income. It often starts subtly—using alcohol to unw ...

A: Recovering from addiction to drugs and alcohol can be extremely challenging, particularly because most addictions include physical, psychological and social aspects. However, with the right ...

Dr. Christopher Kahler always wanted a career exploring “how people make meaning out of their lives.” He planned to teach philosophy or literature. But when he got a job working with teens recovering ...

Health experts weigh in on alcohol decisions after Dry January, offering guidance on finding balance between social drinking ...