Researchers identify the anterior insula as the brain region responsible for biasing decisions toward alcohol over social rewards in addiction.

In fact, they found it to work even better than the current most-effective drug for treating alcoholism on the market. According to the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism, over 28 ...

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A pilot program at the Open Doors transitional home, a Rhode Island not-for-profit, has offered the drugs to 18 of its residents, many of whom say the GLP-1s, along with the other supports offered ...

Research tracking thousands of adults found that staying fit lowered mortality and liver disease risk among drinkers—though ...

A diabetes and obesity medication shows potential to reduce alcohol cravings and relapse in early animal studies.

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 ...

The event brought together community leaders, program graduates, and supporters to honor decades of helping individuals ...

WALKING away from any kind of addiction is not easy as it requires the concerned person to fully commit to the quitting ...

A recovering alcoholic who battled addiction for years has organised what is believed to be Milton Keynes's first dry disco.

Many movies have successfully portrayed the reality of alcohol use disorders and other addictions. While many of these movies focus on the fact that these are illnesses that can be successfully ...