Whether the substance involved is crack cocaine or alcohol or a behavior such as gambling, the common denominator of all addictions is continued use despite the development of negative ...

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Millions of older Americans are grappling with food in ways that mirror classic addictions. A new national poll reveals that about 13% of adults aged 50 to 80 show signs of being hooked on highly ...

Addiction is a complex and often deeply personal challenge that can start slowly, often unnoticed by the individual or their loved ones. Understanding the early warning signs can help detect ...

Help may be on the way for junk food addicts. Recent studies suggest that these irresistible dishes are not only designed to be delicious, but also addictive — so much so that some experts are calling ...

The beginnings of addiction start slowly, and more often than not, without an individual even noticing. For many, the onset of addiction can start with experimental use, and for some people, it ...

People now in their 50s and 60s were the first generation to grow up when ultra-processed foods – often high in fats, salt and added sugar – became widely available. New research shows that this ...

I had a problem with alcohol and substance addiction 25 years ago and ended up receiving treatment. My life has changed dramatically since then. A few years down the line, I decided I would like to ...