My friend's teenage brother had a very serious drinking problem. He was staying out late, coming home drunk on school nights, and crashing the family car. The problem was so serious that the whole ...

What is addiction, and how can we stop it? The complexities of addiction have stumped scientists for decades. Today, with 48 million Americans over the age of 12 suffering from a substance use ...

Dozens of studies have demonstrated links between genetics, various environmental factors, and a person’s susceptibility to addiction. Many of these studies focus on alcoholism (addiction to alcohol), ...

Addiction is one of the most intensely studied conditions in modern medicine, yet even with high‑resolution brain scans and ...

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Take a look at the chemistry behind addiction. Reactions is taking a look at addiction science. What's going on brain chemistry that can cause addiction? It’s a sinister condition that affects ...

Dopamine is a fascinating neurotransmitter responsible for allowing people to feel pleasure, satisfaction, and motivation. However, this neurotransmitter often takes center stage in discussions about ...

To the editor: Addiction is a disease. Chemical imbalances involving the brain's neuro-receptors and synapses are recognized as causes of this disease. In addition, having a parent with this disease ...

Gambling addiction is an uncontrolled urge to place wagers and bets, no matter the consequences. Addicts feel the need to keep on betting, even if they go broke or get into debt. Losing while online ...

Staunton City Council member Alice Woods speaks to seniors at Staunton High School on Friday, March 8, 2024, about her 25 years of sobriety after an addiction to cocaine. Photo by Rebecca J. Barnabi.