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Addiction Is Similar To Other Chronic Diseases

Addiction research has clarified the definition of addiction which is now called substance use disorder SUD and considered a chronic brain disease. Over the last 30 years research has brought new understanding about how substances hijack and negatively impact brain function.  This new information about the way the brain is affected, can now replace outdated […]

When Does A Habit Become An Addiction

We know the cycle. He swears its an addiction. He accuses and she denies. Because alcohol and substance use disorder are diseases that can be diagnosed, specific criteria eliminates some of the speculation on how much use is too much.

Brain recovery from substance use disorder is possible but takes time

Substance use decreases brain function and changes behavior in ways that those with Substance Use Disorder (SUD) find it increasingly difficult to control. With abstinence or Medically Assisted Treatment (MAT) brain recovery is possible. How the brain recovers from addiction is an exciting and emerging area of research. There is evidence that the brain does recover. The […]