A 2024 U.S. national survey reported that 11.8% of males and 7.6% of females ages 12 and older met the criteria for Alcohol ...

Early studies suggest GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic may reduce cravings for alcohol and other addictive substances.

A recent study of a million people with 14 psychiatric disorders showed these disorders fell into five genetic clusters.

Dry January is often framed as an all-or-nothing challenge. But it’s never too late to reduce or stop your drinking — during ...

Dr. Evan Singleton warns that difficulty in controlling alcohol use can be a sign of Alcohol Use Disorder, which is a treatable medical condition, and suggests seeking help from a doctor or peer ...

Alcohol use disorder (AUD) and mental health disorders, such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), are common among veterans. Recent research suggests that AUD may increase the risk of sleep apnea ...

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . There are limited numbers of FDA-approved medications to treat alcohol and substance use disorders. Preclinical ...

Naltrexone can help people cut back on how much alcohol they drink but is best used alongside behavioral and psychosocial support programs. A pill that costs less than a dollar has been called the ...

A shaky hand, a racing heart, a wave of dread; alcohol withdrawal can feel like your body has turned against you. For many ...

GLP-1s are being studied as ways to help those with addictive tendencies curb those habits.

Rula reports that seasonal affective disorder (SAD) often co-occurs with substance use disorder, exacerbating symptoms in ...

Mental health conditions such as alcohol use disorder and PTSD could significantly increase risk for liver cancer among ...