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.

Demetrios Sanders is one of your Detroit community reporters. Connect with him at Demetrios.Sanders@wxyz.com. DETROIT (WXYZ) — For many people, the holidays ...

The top Massachusetts court unanimously ruled Monday that a judge can require defendants with substance use disorders to remain drug-free as a condition of probation and send them to jail if they ...

A new study by investigators from Mass General Brigham shows that a non-drug, wearable device can help people with substance use disorders (SUD) manage stress, reduce cravings, and lower their risk of ...

A new study at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill has discovered a surprising new mechanism in the brain that may explain why people recovering from drug addiction often relapse.

BAY CITY, Mich. (WJRT) - The holidays are a time for people to rejoice and relax. However, it can be a trying time for individuals in recovery from an addiction to alcohol or drugs. Center for Network ...

Relapse presents a major barrier to recovery from substance use disorders -- when people begin taking drugs such as cocaine again after a period of abstinence. Sleep disruptions have long been ...

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Matt Willis has opened up about the "shame" he experienced, after a drugs relapse on the Busted reunion tour five years ago. The musician has candidly spoken about his history of substance abuse for a ...

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