From vapes at gas stations to alcohol in nearly every social setting, addictive behaviors are more accessible than ever. While many recognize the term ‘addiction’, spotting the signs in a friend or ...

Addiction, though a relatively common disorder, is also a highly misunderstood disorder, leading to many issues and struggles ...

A recent study indicates ultra-processed foods can be addictive. These foods trigger cravings and withdrawal symptoms. Loss of control and hoarding are also signs. Secret stashes indicate dependency.

At least 1 in 5 Gen X women have signs of an addiction to junk food — an alarming finding that researchers warn could signal an even worse future for the health of American youth, who’ve eaten even ...

The American Society of Addiction Medicine defines addiction as a chronic disease affecting brain reward, motivation, and memory systems, creating compulsive cravings for substances or behaviors that ...

The beginnings of addiction start slowly, and more often than not, without an individual even noticing. For many, the onset of addiction can start with experimental use, and for some people, it ...

Most extensive NHS survey on mental health reveals drug addiction surge in last decade but autism rates remain stable - ...

The measure effectively renews a public health program first created under Trump in 2018 that later expired after five years.

From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or ...