Weight loss drugs could help with alcohol, opioid addiction, study says
Drugs like Mounjaro and Ozempic, which many use for weight loss, may also help patients suffering from addiction, according to a new study.
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Drugs like Mounjaro and Ozempic, which many use for weight loss, may also help patients suffering from addiction, according to a new study.
Targeted advertising and changes in societal norms over the past 50 years have led to an upsurge in alcohol-related diseases and deaths among women.
If you notice someone turning down alcohol at your holiday party, experts say it's best to skip the questions about why and offer support instead. Here's how.
How can you tell if a friend or family member may need help when it comes to drinking? An expert shares signs to look for and tips for starting a conversation.
In August of last year, Lady A postponed their tour to allow bandmate Charles Kelley seek treatment for alcohol abuse.
School work, sports and other extra curricular activities can make high school years tough for teens, with the pressure leading some to experiment with alcohol.
Nondrinker Jennifer Lopez was blasted by some fans who called her "opportunistic" for selling new line of spritz cocktails.
A borg, or "blackout rage gallon," is a college drinking trend taking over TikTok. We spoke to experts about what you need to know.
The trend of making and consuming "borgs," or "blackout rage gallons," became popular on TikTok.
Use of marijuana and other substances dropped in teenagers during the first year of the pandemic, according to a new study.
Dry January. It's a time when millions of Americans give up alcohol during a month-long sobriety challenge. In kicking off 2023, maybe you or the people around you have decided to give it a try, experimenting with mocktails or abstaining from the post-work glass of wine.
"It sneaks up on them and then it becomes too late," one doctor said.
"Dry January actually has a ton of benefits — aside from the health benefits, you have cleaner skin, you'll sleep better, you'll also save money," said one sobriety coach.
According to the Journal of Addiction Medicine, during the COVID-19 pandemic lockdown drinking among women increased by more than 50%.
Deaths related to drug misuse and alcohol abuse appear to be on the rise among older adults in the United States, similar to the recent increases seen among younger adults, according to two new reports from the CDC.
