New research suggests some dogs treat their favorite ball or stuffed animal like a person who is addicted to gambling or ...

Some dogs love playing with toys so intensely they can’t stop—offering scientists a window into behavioral addictions.

Hundreds of studies have found that certain foods affect some people similarly to addictive substances like nicotine.

Addictive personalities aren't real, but addiction is. Genetics, environment, and trauma are some factors that can contribute ...

Drugs. Alcohol. TikTok. Internet games. Sex. An Ex. Chocolate. Slot machines. Shopping. Can these stimuli be addictive? The idea of being addicted to a process or behavior is very controversial.

As football season intensifies, mental health experts warn that casual sports betting can quietly evolve into a serious ...

Can any behavior be addictive? The answer is probably “yes,” depending on the person. Having said that, in our book, Why Can’t I Stop?, we selected the behaviors that we and others see as having the ...

WhiteSands Alcohol & Drug Rehab Clearwater has released a new online resource titled “Understanding the Signs of Vicodin ...

Lakeview Behavioral Health, a mental health and substance use treatment center, announced the addition of gambling addiction services to its comprehensive range of treatment options. With the growing ...

The Alcohol, Drug Addiction & Mental Health Services (ADAMHS) Board of Cuyahoga County has named Jason Joyce as its new CEO, ...

Addiction rates for Americans continue to remain high and are climbing for certain substances following a spike in usage during the pandemic, but the number of people seeking help to stop abusing ...