“Generally, behavioral addictions pose a significant challenge for treatment and recovery. That’s partly because the behaviors that cause problems are, most of the time, not…
Is addiction a chronic brain disorder or is it a behavioral problem? The American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) has just issued a new definition…
Words are powerful tools that can be used to bring about positive change, but may also be used to cause harm and destruction. Labels are…
Alcohol and drug use has a complicated relationship with music, television, and movies. While addiction is generally thought of as deviant and culturally unacceptable, pop…
Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is experienced by nearly 1 in 4 adults in the United States, and 1 in nearly 100 children. OCD is considered a…
Addiction is a complex concept. It can refer to a physical need for something that leads to uncomfortable and painful symptoms when those needs aren’t…
Addiction is often thought of as a young person’s disease, but in some cases, older adults may be the most vulnerable to developing a new…