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The DEA plans to ban 7-hydroxymitragynine, a kratom extract up to 100 times stronger than morphine, raising urgent health and addiction concerns.
Targeted ultrasound eliminated opioid cravings in 20 minutes for a man taking 130 pills daily, leaving him completely addiction-free within a week.
Women now make up 90% of one counselor's gambling addiction clients, a surge driven by betting apps, life stress, and gaps in treatment designed for men.
Teen vaping affects 1.44 million U.S. teens, and flavored e-cigarettes are why rates stay high despite broader tobacco progress.
Kentucky's largest addiction treatment provider faces federal fraud charges after allegedly double-selling tax credits and overbilling Medicaid by $70.
CU Anschutz researchers developed Nezavist, an alcohol relapse drug that targets the gut, not the brain, and is now entering Phase 1 human safety trials.
Data shows 12-step programs rank eighth out of 14 addiction therapies used in the US, yet media keeps casting them as the villain blocking recovery.
Canada's overdose deaths dropped 23% in 2025, driven by wider naloxone access and $145 million in federal funding, though experts warn the crisis is far.
Mexico's 3,000 unregulated rehab centers forcibly admit addiction patients, but new legislation could transform these dangerous anexos into lifesaving.
Up to 50% of teens who vape nicotine also use cannabis through identical devices, tripling psychosis risk and creating invisible addiction patterns.
England's free vape program successfully increased quit attempts among smokers, with data showing the policy effectively shifts people away from.
Low addiction literacy fuels stigma against people in recovery, but Americans with better knowledge are 50% less likely to discriminate.
Daily cannabis use affects 8-11% of adults and can cause severe nausea, heart disease, and cognitive impairment that many users don't expect.
Canada's addiction treatment system spends tens of thousands per person yet collects almost no data on whether programs actually work.
Victoria deploys 20 naloxone vending machines statewide to combat opioid overdose deaths, offering free 24/7 access to life-saving medication.
Pets trigger measurable brain changes that lower stress hormones and boost bonding chemicals, making them powerful allies in addiction recovery.
A landmark study of 1,146 participants found that engagement depth matters more than group type in addiction recovery programs.
Ketamine shows promise for treatment-resistant depression when medically supervised, but Matthew Perry's death highlights deadly risks of unsupervised use.
Brain recovery from addiction begins within days and reaches major milestones in 3-12 months, with neuroplasticity enabling complete healing.
Scientists discover vaping deposits toxic metals like lead and nickel into young lungs even with short-term use, raising urgent health concerns.
A peer-reviewed study warns that standard naloxone doses may fail to reverse overdoses from powerful synthetic opioids now flooding the drug supply, and people...
A major review confirms alcohol causes 60+ diseases, but some damage may reverse if you quit. Here's what the science shows about recovery timelines.
Addiction recovery involves dozens of specialized terms that can confuse patients and families.
Addiction rehab programs typically last 30, 60, or 90 days, but the right length depends on your addiction severity, mental health, and life circumstances.
Federal budget cuts are slashing addiction treatment funding by hundreds of millions, creating month-long waitlists and closing treatment centers nationwide.
Medical detox before rehab isn't always required, but for alcohol, opioids, and benzodiazepines, it can be life-saving. Here's how to know if you need it first.
Fatal overdoses fell to historic lows, dropping from 113,000 to 71,542 deaths. Yet experts warn a shifting street drug supply with untested synthetic compounds...
Synthetic drug vapes disguised as THC are flooding UK schools through TikTok, with 70% of online THC vapes actually containing dangerous spice.
Scientists discovered how stress activates brain pathways that push people toward addictive behaviors like drinking, and how alcohol disrupts the brain's...
South Africa's conflicting drug policies treat addiction as both a disease and a crime, undermining recovery efforts.
A veterinary sedative called medetomidine is contaminating fentanyl supplies across the US, causing severe withdrawal symptoms that land users in ICUs.
Genetics influence addiction vulnerability significantly, but environment and life experience matter just as much.
University of Kansas voted to require all staff and faculty to complete naloxone training, reflecting growing concern over fentanyl-laced drugs on campuses.
PCP can remain detectable in the body for days to weeks, complicating treatment planning.
