Nick Padlo's addiction to alcohol and drugs didn't happen overnight. "I was using them as a tool to cope with depression and anxiety," says the recovered addict and founder of Sophros Recovery ...

When a friend or loved one shows signs of alcohol addiction, it can be difficult to know how to help. Alcohol addiction, also known as alcohol use disorder (AUD), is a disease that affects the brain ...

Comments you assume will be helpful may instead feel unsupportive or judgmental to a person with AUD. Find out how to best offer support, using our experts’ advice.

A church in Alabama's Bible Belt. The state is home to more than 13,000 religious institutions. Leaders from them are being certified as recovery specialists, to better aid those with substance ...

Navraj Singh sought help for his alcohol addiction, but found Asian people were underrepresented.

LifeStance Health reports tips for staying sober during the holidays, highlighting strategies to navigate social pressures ...

A vast majority of American adults say they have consumed alcohol at some point — yet experts warn that alcoholic beverages could be a "gateway drug" to more harmful substances. More than 84% of ...

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (CBS12) — Semaglutides could possibly help people with alcohol addiction according to a new study published by JAMA Psychiatry. Right now, doctors use semaglutides to treat ...

WAUSAU, Wis. (WSAW) - While we do not know the reason behind each drunk driver’s choice to drive under the influence, we can look into some of the factors that play a role, like Alcohol Use Disorder ...

Since weight-loss drugs that target the hormone GLP-1 have surged in popularity, some additional health benefits have emerged. Beyond helping people shed pounds, they also lower the risk of heart ...