About 1 in 5 individuals develop a substance use disorder; more than 46 million people in the United States are affected at any given time. And yet, most people choose to use alcohol or other drugs ...

Around 6% of college students have a gambling problem. John Rowley/The Image Bank via Getty Images Three out of four college students have gambled in the past year, whether legally or illegally, ...

A problem gambling survey found a 27% decrease in risky betting behaviors compared to the same study done three years prior. The NCPG study says, despite a decline from 2021, problem gambling behavior ...

Are you at risk for addictive behaviors? Some people are genetically predisposed to addictive behavior. It is common for people who have addictive behaviors to be depressed. Often people who have ...

A new study finds that addiction to social media, mobile phones and video games is linked to a higher risk of suicidal thoughts and behaviors. The study, published in JAMA on Wednesday, looked at data ...

The study, published in JAMA, followed teens for years and evaluated addictive behaviors, as well as suicidality. Screen addiction and suicidal behaviors are linked for teens, a study shows If you or ...

If you or someone you know is in crisis, contact the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline via call, text or chat. A new study finds that addiction to social media, mobile phones and video games is linked to ...