The Fourth of July is an incredibly festive time. Millions of American families celebrate freedom and independence. There are barbecues, festivals, fireworks and families spending quality time ...

Relapse isn’t a failure. It’s a signal. It tells us that something deeper is still driving our old behaviors. For decades, I’ve studied the science of addiction, relapse, and behavior change through ...

It’s a common story: A recovering alcoholic has gone years without a drink, and out of the blue, they go on a binge No matter how long a former addict has gone without the use of drugs or alcohol, the ...

For many people with alcohol use disorder, certain cues — like seeing a glass of wine in a movie, or a happy hour through a bar window — can trigger powerful drinking-related memories long after ...

Alcohol use disorder (AUD) is one of the leading causes of preventable death in the United States and worldwide, and leads to substantial disease and medical complications. While treatments are ...