By Jacqueline Detwiler

Drug and alcohol use spikes wildly during the 30-day run-up to New Year's Eve. But which drugs are actually most addictive? The answers may surprise you. MORE  

By Laura Barcella

Experts say that sugar affects brain chemistry and contributes to cancer, alcoholism and depression. It was also my first addiction—and it's still hanging on tight. MORE  

By Jacqueline Detwiler

Not so keen on stomach blisters, live eels in your drink, or doses of strychnine? Then count yourself lucky you faced addiction in more recent times. MORE  

By Dr. Richard Juman

Despite a proliferation of treatment options in America, addictive behavior and unhealthy coping strategies are more common than ever. Here's why. MORE  

By Adam K. Raymond

Lethal drug addiction is disturbingly common among pro athletes, like boxer Johnny Tapia and a long roster of NFL players, who suffer head trauma and chronic pain. Sadly, the more we know, the less anyone seems to care. MORE  

By Jesse Singal

In a landmark ruling, the Supreme Court has upheld President Obama's centerpiece legislation. So what's at stake for people in recovery? MORE  

By Tracey Logan

New findings in neuroscience help clarify why spirituality improves success with sobriety. MORE  

By Kevin Gray

High-profile, cocaine-fueled meltdowns are old hat on Wall Street. The truth is, finance is more haunted than ever by addiction, compulsions and eating disorders. Here's why. MORE  

By Valerie Tejeda

In a pre-trial study, French researchers testing Baclofen achieved an 80% success rate treating heavy drinkers. MORE  

By Maia Szalavitz

Naloxone is a cheap, safe, lifesaving drug that could save countless people from overdosing on heroin and other opiates. So why isn't it in every first aid kit? MORE