But in the midst of addiction, denial can be a thick cloak that protects us from the downsides of dependence. For anyone with a problem with alcohol or other drugs, I recognize and respect the ...

The terms “addiction” and “dependence” can seem similar, but they are different. Dependence occurs when the body physically relies on a drug. Addiction involves changes in behavior. A person with an ...

Despite their limitations, preconceptions, and borderline exploitation, recent reality television shows about addiction do shine a bright and dramatic light on two dark, secretive, debilitating, and ...

In a time of denial, common sense and enduring knowledge are a foreign land. People are addicted to denial, and only want ...

While you can’t make the choice for them, there’s a lot you can do to help a loved one who’s living with alcoholism. If you know someone with alcohol use disorder (AUD), it’s natural to be concerned ...