The surging popularity of alternatives to Alcoholics Anonymous represents a seismic shift in the alcohol treatment landscape.

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Did you know that alcohol and depression often go hand in hand? The relationship appears to go both ways. Research shows the more a person drinks, the more likely they are to develop major depression.

Mounting research suggests GLP-1 drugs, which are used to treat diabetes and obesity, may one day help people with alcohol ...

Correction: In this video, we misstated Dr. Katie Witkiewitz’s credentials. She is a clinical psychologist and professor at the University of New Mexico. The ...

As weight-loss drugs like Ozempic revolutionize weight loss, scientists hope they may also be life-changing for alcohol addiction. The drugs are one of several approaches doctors and psychiatrists ...

The Addiction Science Defense Network released a report saying federal actions have potentially destroyed 50 years of ...

Substance abuse treatment is often overlooked in oncological care, despite its impact on cancer outcomes. Many cancer patients continue hazardous drinking during treatment, increasing risks of ...