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  • The Truth About Hangover Cures: What Works

    Ever wondered which hangover remedies really work? Find out.

  • Chronic Pain Patients Angry Over ‘Opioid Contracts’

    More patients with chronic pain are being asked to agree to random urine drug screens…

  • ‘Cold Turkey’ Alcohol Withdrawal Can Cause Serious Health Issues

    As the death of actor Nelsan Ellis showed, quitting drinking abruptly can be dangerous to…

  • Forgotten Drug Works Better than Nicotine Patches to Help Smokers Quit

    Cytisine is finally emerging from behind the Iron Curtain as a viable treatment to help…

  • Gabapentin Is the Latest Pain Medication Showing Up in Opioid…

    Experts say gabapentin is now being mixed with other opioids in an apparent effort to get…

  • What Is Addiction?

    Addiction can be substance or behavior related. Learn what causes an addiction and how…

  • What Makes Benzos a Hard Drug to Quit?

    There’s a lesser known prescription pill epidemic sweeping America: benzodiazepines, or…

  • Alcohol Addiction

    Alcoholism affects people of any race, sex, and socioeconomic background. Read more on how…

  • AA and NA Are Popular, but Are They Actually Effective?

    When it comes to addiction support groups, few are more well known than Alcoholics…

  • Does Using Cocaine Kill Brain Cells?

    Using cocaine does kill brain cells over time. Cocaine can alter individual brain cells…

  • Gambling Addiction
  • What Does It Mean to Have a Technology or Video Game Addiction?
  • How to Recognize and Treat Kratom Addiction

    Kratom’s effects are similar to those of opioid drugs like morphine and heroin. Although…

  • Oxycodone and Alcohol: A Potentially Lethal Combination

    Using oxycodone and alcohol together can be deadly. Both are depressants and, when used…

  • What Are the Early Signs of Addiction?

    Being able to recognize the signs of addiction is the first step to getting help. Learn to…

  • Top Risk Factors for Drug and Alcohol Addiction
  • Tobacco and Nicotine Addiction

    Tobacco is one of the most abused substances in the world. Nicotine is the main addictive…

  • How to Recognize and Treat Tramadol Addiction

    Tramadol is a synthetic opioid. Opioids can be highly addictive, whether they’re…

  • What’s the Deal with ‘Zero Alcohol’ Beer — Is It Sober-Friendly?

    Fun fact: Some of them still have alcohol in them.

  • How to Recognize and Treat Xanax Addiction

    Xanax is a highly addictive type of benzodiazepine. Learn more about how to recognize…

  • How to Stage an Alcohol Abuse Intervention

    Family and friends stage an intervention to convince a person with alcohol dependence that…

  • Alcohol Addiction Support Groups

    If you or someone you love has an alcohol abuse problem, it's important to get help…

  • 9 Ways to Manage Alcohol Cravings

    When you stop drinking, you might find yourself dealing with cravings for alcohol. Learn…

  • Alcohol Use Disorder: Symptoms, Treatment & Screening

    Read about the differences between alcohol abuse and alcoholism.

  • What's the Difference Between Binge Drinking and Alcohol Use Disorder?

    Both binge drinking and alcohol use disorder can have health consequences. Learn the…

  • How Alcohol Is Linked to Memory Loss

    Drinking too much alcohol can affect both short- and long-term memory. Drinking in…

  • Alcoholism

    Alcohol use disorder, or alcoholism, is an addiction to alcohol. Here's what you need to…

  • Can You Die from Alcohol Withdrawal?

    Can you die from alcohol withdrawal? Yes — that's why it's important to get help before…

  • How Congeners in Alcohol Affect You (and Your Hangover)

    Congeners are byproducts of alcohol being fermented or distilled. Some research suggests…

  • Alcohol Withdrawal Delirium

    Alcohol withdrawal delirium (AWD) is the most serious form of alcohol withdrawal. Here’s…

  • How Long Does It Take to Detox from Alcohol?

    How long it takes to detox from alcohol depends on several factors, including how long…

  • 7 Valuable Lessons I Learned from My Father’s Alcohol Addiction

    For years, I wondered if my father's alcoholism defined me. Here are the lessons I learned…

  • Alcohol Withdrawal Syndrome: Symptoms, Causes, Treatment, and More

    Learn about what alcohol withdrawal syndrome is, the symptoms, treatments, and who's most…

  • What Happens After I Cut Off Caffeine?
  • High-Functioning People with Alcohol Use Disorder

    The term "High-functioning alcoholic" is no longer used due to the associated stigma…

  • Celebrities Who Have Struggled with Alcohol Addiction
  • Codeine Withdrawal: What It Is and How to Cope

    Codeine is an opiate used to treat pain or cough. Learn what to expect from withdrawal if…

  • Opiate Withdrawal: What It Is and How to Cope with It

    Withdrawal is a tough obstacle in overcoming opiate addiction, but you can get through it…

  • Drug Dependence

    Drug dependence is now referred to as substance use disorder. Here’s what you need to know…

  • Narcan and Cost: What You Need to Know

    Narcan is a drug that’s used to treat opioid overdose. Learn how to lower costs and more.

  • Dosage for Narcan: What You Need to Know

    Get the facts on Narcan’s dosage. You can also learn how the drug is given, the form it…

  • Side Effects of Narcan: What You Need to Know

    Narcan, which is used to treat an opioid overdose, can cause side effects. Learn about the…

  • Sublocade vs. Vivitrol: What You Should Know

    Sublocade and Vivitrol are two prescription drugs used to treat opioid use disorder. Find…

  • Going Through Methadone Withdrawal

    Methadone is an opioid used to treat both pain and addiction to other opioid drugs. Learn…

  • Stress, Smoking, and Heart Disease

    Smokers tend to smoke when under stress, yet this only adds to the problem. Learn some…

  • Heroin Addiction: What You Should Know

    Heroin addiction, or opioid use disorder, involves changes in the brain and behavior…

  • Home Remedies to Ease Opiate Withdrawal Symptoms

    If you stop using opiates after becoming dependent, you can experience uncomfortable…

  • When Does Caffeine Withdrawal Stop?

    The more caffeine you drink, generally the worse the withdrawal experience is. Plus…

  • Imodium and Opioid Withdrawal

    Learn how Imodium can help ease diarrhea from withdrawal, as well as facts about treating…

  • Kidney Pain After Drinking: 7 Possible Causes

    If you experience kidney pain after drinking alcohol, it could indicate a problem that…

  • Living with Someone with Alcohol Addiction: How to Support Them — and…

    Here are essential things to know if you’re living with someone who has an alcohol…

  • Medication for Alcoholism

    Here’s what to know about the three FDA-approved drugs that can help people who have…

  • How to Tell If You Could Be Addicted to Your Phone

    Is it possible that you could be addicted to your phone? What are the signs, and how can…

  • Mixing MDMA (Molly) and Alcohol: A Risky Move

    Taking molly (MDMA) and alcohol together can be dangerous. It's much easier to…

  • How to Help Someone with an Alcohol Addiction

    Do you know someone who has an alcohol addiction? Find out how you can help and be a…

  • Can You Become Addicted to Nasal Spray?

    You may be worried about nasal spray addiction if you find yourself repeatedly reaching…

  • Why Precipitated Withdrawal Happens and How to Handle It

    Precipitated withdrawal refers to withdrawal caused by a medication. Here's a look at the…

  • Is It Safe to Quit Substances Cold Turkey? Here’s What to Consider

    Quitting cold turkey is when you quit a substance all at once, rather than tapering off it.

  • Relapse Prevention Plan: Techniques to Help You Stay on Track

    Relapsing is when you go back to a bad habit after being abstinent for some time. When…

  • Treating Opioid Withdrawal Symptoms: Medication, Home Remedies, and…

    During opioid withdrawal, you may experience these uncomfortable symptoms while your body…

  • Opioids (Opiates) Abuse and Addiction

    Opioid addiction can cause serious health issues and can lead to death. Read more on…

  • Vicodin vs. Percocet for Pain Reduction

    Vicodin and Percocet are prescription drugs to treat moderate to severe pain. Your doctor…

  • What Do You Want to Know About Smoking Cessation?

    Read about aids, medications, and therapies to help you succeed in your plan to quit…

  • How to Quit Smoking Cold Turkey

    Quitting smoking cold turkey can be hard. However, the benefits outweigh the negatives…

  • Coping with Nicotine Withdrawal

    Nicotine dependence causes an addiction to tobacco products. You may experience fatigue…

  • Help a Loved One Quit Smoking

    You may know a loved one who wants to quit smoking but doesn't know where to begin. Learn…

  • Hookah vs. Cigarettes: The Truth

    One hookah session delivers exponential amounts of nicotine and tar compared to several…

  • How to Clean Your Lungs After Quitting Smoking

    While you can't totally clean your lungs, there are many things you can do to improve your…

  • Is the Nicotine Inhaler the Right Choice to Help You Quit Smoking?

    The nicotine inhaler is one type of nicotine replacement therapy (NRT) product available…

  • Alcohol Use and Schizophrenia: What Are the Risks?

    Can someone with schizophrenia drink alcohol? We look at the effect of alcohol on people…

  • Signs of Heroin Addiction

    Heroin is a powerful opioid, understanding the symptoms and sign of addiction will allow…

  • Stages of Alcoholism
  • What You Need to Know About Meth Withdrawal

    Concerned about meth withdrawal? Find out how long it lasts, what can help you feel better,

  • Types of Addiction and How They’re Treated

    There are two main types of addiction, each with several potential treatment options…

  • Understanding Hydrocodone Addiction

    The painkiller hydrocodone is a key ingredient in Vicodin. Doctors prescribe it to relieve…

  • Is It Safe to ‘Smoke’ Alcohol?

    Vaping alcohol is the practice of "smoking" alcohol. It can lead to alcohol poisoning and…

  • What Happens When You Quit Smoking?

    Smoking releases thousands of chemicals into your body. The result is not only damage to…

  • Can a Gratitude Practice Negatively Impact Your Mental Health?

    I had a lot to be grateful for. So why did I feel so isolated?

  • What Happens When You Combine Alprazolam (Xanax) and Alcohol

    Xanax amplifies the effects of alcohol, and vice versa. It also increases the likelihood…

  • How Much Alcohol Is Too Much?

    While an occasional drink is unlikely to harm your health, excessive drinking can lead to…

  • How to Stop Drinking: Making a Plan That Works for You

    There’s really no right or wrong way to quit drinking, but these strategies can get you…

  • Here's What Happens to Your Body When You Stop Drinking for 30 Days

    The benefits can vary widely from person to person, but taking a 30-day break from alcohol…

  • How Long Does Nicotine Stay in Your System?

    When you're exposed to nicotine, it’s absorbed into your blood and metabolized by your…

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