Hundreds of Alabama church leaders are being certified as substance use support specialists, gaining insight into the nature of these disorders and connections with professionals who treat them.

The practice of forcing people into treatment has gained national prominence in recent weeks after President Trump issued an ...

Despite progress in awareness and education, mental health and addiction remain topics that many people are hesitant to talk about. Whether in families, workplaces, schools, or communities, these ...

There are many reasons why some people are reluctant to get help for their mental health or addiction issues. Many people are ...

In the face of rising addiction rates, the community triage center, The Link, is providing a safe space for people facing ...

Helping someone overcome addiction is a powerful and life-changing role. In the UK, many people battling drug or alcohol addiction rely on sponsors for support. A sponsor is usually someone who has ...

Choosing a sober living environment can be daunting. Learn essential tips to find the ideal space that encourages a ...

Preoccupation with betting or casino games may be an early sign of developing an addiction to gambling. Here's how to recognize the signs and find support.

HOLYOKE, Mass. (WWLP) – The City of Holyoke has been hit particularly hard by the opioid epidemic. Now, the police department is taking a different approach to help people overcome addiction ...

State Rep. Lindsey LaPointe, who is championing this bill, said Illinois needs to move away from further criminalizing people with opioid addiction disorder.

Banning screens is often not an option. So Science News spoke with experts studying screen use and addiction in teens to help families navigate this complex issue.

But because most people who recover don’t seek total abstinence — or relapse repeatedly before achieving it — it’s critical that addiction programs accept this reality and offer a full ...