Recent master of communications graduate Dan Sweeney has partnered with atTAcK addiction to gather and tell the stories that ...

These experiments demonstrate that powerful instinctive survival behaviors can be overcome by activating the brain’s reward pathway through the release of dopamine. Since rats do not have ...

Illustration showing a teens brain being affected by drinks, social media and cigarettes. Adolescence is a pivotal phase during the development of the brain, marked by increased plasticity. That ...

Those who grew up when Drug Abuse Resistance Education (D.A.R.E.) pamphlets were common in the school counselor's office are probably familiar with the “gateway drug” theory, which suggests the use of ...

Risk-taking and testing limits are a regular part of adolescent development. Many teens experiment with drugs, alcohol, or over-the-counter substances during this period. While the desire to ...

The Shapiro Administration has introduced a free online training series to help Pennsylvania families navigate substance use ...

CHICAGO (CBS) --A woman overcame her childhood pain to help people who are struggling with substance use disorders. It's her profession and so much more. Dr. Keisha Nicole House is a powerhouse. She ...

As alcohol use among college students drops and cannabis use surges, campus leaders must adapt safety planning accordingly.

Social work students at the University of Oklahoma offer solutions and calls to action amid state's growing substance abuse ...