What is addiction, and how can we stop it? The complexities of addiction have stumped scientists for decades. Today, with 48 million Americans over the age of 12 suffering from a substance use ...

It is vital to follow a healthcare professional’s instructions when taking an opioid, such as hydrocodone. Medications, such as methadone, can help relieve withdrawal symptoms and support addiction ...

A psychologist explains how to beat your addiction to apps like Instagram and TikTok It can feel harder than ever to stop the endless scrolling on social media apps. Psychologist Dr. Ali Mattu has ...

Digital addiction is a broad term for unhealthy behaviors related to spending too much time on the internet, in particular when a person cannot stop these behaviors despite experiencing negative ...

Ms. Interlandi is a member of the editorial board. Mr. Winter is a staff photographer on assignment in Opinion. Raina Mcmahan, a 42-year-old recovery coach, spent roughly half her life seeking ...

Are you addicted to junk food filled with sugar? Is that even possible? Is addiction driving the obesity epidemic? Addiction to food is a very controversial issue. There are many strong opinions in ...

Well, there's something known as compulsive gambling addiction, and many people are unaware that this is a psychological problem that demands urgent solutions. Gambling Addiction: How to know when to ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about branding, burnout, and redefining ambition. For many executives, burnout becomes a cycle. They push hard, run on ...

Here are my tips for spending less time on your phone. Image: D. Griffin Jones/Cult of Mac Phone addiction is real. Constant iPhone use can literally change the makeup of your brain. Sure, people ...