Human beings, in all their complexity, are shaped by a myriad of thoughts, emotions, and experiences. Among the most profound aspects of our nature is our capacity for thought. This gift, however, can ...

One of the most powerful illusions in addiction is functionality. People continue working, parenting, socializing, and paying bills, which becomes evidence that nothing is wrong. Crisis is treated as ...

This post is in response to How Everyone Already Knows the Disease Theory is Full of ___, but is Afraid to Say So By Stanton Peele Ph.D. I respect Stanton Peele, if for no other reason than simply ...

Addiction is a terrible disease that affects almost 50 million people in the U.S. — as well as their family members, friends and other loved ones. When we talk about addiction, alcohol and drugs may ...

Pleasure has been confused with addiction for the last 5000 years. The reason is that common forms of addiction, like drinking alcohol, taking other drugs, gambling, and seeking sex, are often ...

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Icarus Wellness & Recovery announced today a significant expansion of its insurance coverage options, now accepting Medicaid and most commercial insurance plans for rehabilitation services. This ...

Emily Kenway receives funding from the University of Edinburgh and is on the boards of National Ugly Mugs (trustee) and the New Economy Organisers Network (chair). She is the author of Who Cares: The ...