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 ...

The study was written by Ohio State University and University of Ohio social work professors who analyzed both previous and more recently collected data on the topic. They determined that nearly 9 ...

Nearly 50 million over the age of 12 reportedly have substance use disorders, which can include addictions to alcohol or drugs. Other issues that affect millions - such as gambling, shopping, gaming, ...

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) — Guiding Light has been helping people in West Michigan overcome substance abuse for nearly 96 years. “There’s just so many stories of people reconnecting with their family ...

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 ...