Substance use disorder (SUD) is a medical condition that affects the brain and behavior, making it difficult for a person to control their use of substances like alcohol, drugs, or medications even ...

A substance use disorder (SUD) is a treatable, chronic disease characterized by a cluster of cognitive, behavioral and ...

Addiction is an umbrella term that reflects qualities of substance use disorder, characterized by an inability to stop using a substance despite harmful consequences. However, addiction is not a ...

More than 48 million Americans — 16.8% of the 12-and-older population — have a substance use disorder (SUD), according to the ...

Polysubstance use disorder is a mental health condition in which someone uses more than one substance at the same time or within a short period of time, despite a pattern of negative effects.

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Treating substance use disorders is incredibly challenging. One ...

Borderline personality disorder (BPD) is a mental health condition that affects a person’s ability to manage their emotions. BPD can also increase a person’s risk of developing substance use disorder ...

According to the Office of Rural Health at the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, 4.7 million veterans live in rural ...

Researchers at UVA Health are looking into a new kind of addiction treatment that uses brain ultrasounds to help rewire the ...

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A new study found one in four U.S. children has a parent with a substance use disorder, a dramatic increase from years past A large portion of parents' disorders are considered moderate to severe The ...