We need a new paradigm for addiction that puts psychology first and recognizes its heterogeneity. Only then will we see that for some, addiction is a form of deliberate self-harm.

This article was written by Jennifer Fernandez, PhD, from the Pathways Institute. Although we don’t fully understand addiction, there are lots of theories that attempt to explain it. The most popular ...

Extreme instances of stress can cause lasting changes to the brain itself. This could leave some people more vulnerable to addiction, a University of Mississippi study concludes. Subscribe to our ...

One of the dominant ways of thinking about addiction is as a disease. While there is evidence for this approach, it often leads to a dismissal of addiction’s social causes, rooted in alienation and ...

Maryland Addiction Recovery Center (MARC) emphasizes the importance of having open, honest conversations with children about addiction. TOWSON, MD, UNITED STATES ...

WhiteSands Alcohol & Drug Rehab has released a new educational resource that helps patients and families better understand how health insurance can support access to addiction treatment. The ...