The Fourth of July is an incredibly festive time. Millions of American families celebrate freedom and independence. There are barbecues, festivals, fireworks and families spending quality time ...

Relapse isn’t a failure. It’s a signal. It tells us that something deeper is still driving our old behaviors. For decades, I’ve studied the science of addiction, relapse, and behavior change through ...

Research on the biological basis of addiction published in Biological Psychiatry uncovers the critical role that the HDAC5 enzyme plays in gene expression in the brain's epigenetic mechanisms that ...

Every experience leaves a trace in the brain, a memory that can shape future behavior. Alcohol and other addictive substances ...

Drug addiction is a chronic, often relapsing disorder that affects millions of people worldwide. Despite successful treatment, many individuals struggle to maintain sobriety and may relapse.

Every experience leaves a trace in the brain, a memory that can shape future behavior. Alcohol and other addictive substances ...

New research highlights how AI-powered monitoring, digital therapeutics, and online recovery tools are transforming relapse prevention for addiction and mental health. Studies show these technologies ...

Don’t underestimate the power of fresh starts and their potential to change our lives. As an addiction medicine physician, I spend significant time working with patients on starting fresh. I counsel ...