Researchers identify the anterior insula as the brain region responsible for biasing decisions toward alcohol over social rewards in addiction.

For many adults, alcohol begins as a social activity; a glass of wine at dinner, drinks with friends, a way to unwind after a long week. But for some, what starts as occasional use gradually becomes ...

November 17, 2010 — Consumption of highly caffeinated energy drinks may be associated with risks of heavy drinking and alcohol dependence, new research suggests. These heavily caffeinated drinks are ...

A diabetes and obesity medication shows potential to reduce alcohol cravings and relapse in early animal studies.

Expert Rev Clin Pharmacol. 2012;5(4):427-435. In individuals who ingest alcohol while receiving disulfiram, the drug produces an adverse disulfiram–alcohol reaction that may persist for 30 min to ...

With Alcohol and Opioid Cases Rising, Bright Paths Recovery Highlights the Need for Safe Detox and Inpatient Treatment ...

Semaglutide, the active ingredient behind blockbuster weight-loss drugs like Wegovy, is now at the center of a growing body of evidence suggesting it can sharply reduce alcohol consumption in people ...

While some people may be skeptical of hypnosis, experts say it’s a legitimate therapy that can help with a range of physical and mental challenges — including, possibly, alcohol use disorder. Clinical ...

WALKING away from any kind of addiction is not easy as it requires the concerned person to fully commit to the quitting ...

A recovering alcoholic who battled addiction for years has organised what is believed to be Milton Keynes's first dry disco. Melanie Prince said her addiction resulted in her life "getting completely ...