Marijuana addiction in the US has shot up by nearly a fifth in the last decade – even though its use has remained stable over the same period, reveals a new study. The drug’s increased potency may ...

For two days, Anthony sat in the parking lot of Christiana Hospital, unsure of what would greet him behind the emergency room doors. It was late April or early May, and he’d put off seeking treatment ...

More people suffering from drug addiction are being forced into drug treatment and threatened with prison if they don't comply. Some say it's "tough love." Critics say it's unethical and ineffective.

Many pregnant women who struggle with drugs put off prenatal care, feeling ashamed and judged. But as fatal overdoses rise, some clinics see pregnancy as an ideal time to help them confront addiction.

What’s the most addictive drug? Newly published research indicates that when focusing on persistent drug memory, craving, and addiction, the most addictive illegal drug is cocaine. In contrast, the ...

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