Drug addiction is a chronic, often relapsing disorder that affects millions of people worldwide. Despite successful treatment, many individuals struggle to maintain sobriety and may relapse.

I never get over the weirdness of introducing myself to a group of people at a 12-step meeting. “Hi, I’m T and I’m an addict,” is how I have started a lot of conversations. Other people in recovery ...

Cocaine is so powerfully addictive that quitting it can be incredibly difficult, especially since there are no approved medications to ease the process. To prevent relapse, people turn to exercise or ...

It’s important for patients to know past relapses don’t define you, and ongoing help from professionals and friends is critical to recovery Ben* has been battling a drug and alcohol addiction for more ...

The audio version of this article is generated by AI-based technology. Mispronunciations can occur. We are working with our partners to continually review and improve the results. Jason Walmsley is ...

Editor’s Note: Adam C. Brooks is a research scientist at the Treatment Research Institute, a nonprofit research and development organization that specializes in substance use. Previously, he was at ...