So, what keeps 90 percent of people from getting help for their addiction? The study I conducted at UCLA during my postgraduate work (HERE and HERE) revealed that about half of the respondents in the ...

Over my 50-year career as an addiction researcher, these are the most common misconceptions I've heard about people with alcohol and drug addictions. Myth 1: Addiction is a bad choice. Many people ...

When you're watching a loved one battle with addiction, the sense of despair can be overwhelming. You might be a parent whose ...

If you find that you are constantly preoccupied with gambling, whether it’s reminiscing about past wins or planning your next casino session, it might be a sign that you have a gambling addiction.

People believe that long-term habits cannot change after a certain age. Society spreads a myth that deep roots prevent new growth. A person can reclaim health and clarity at any point in life. Choices ...