Substance Abuse
Drinking during puberty linked to alcoholism, teens bribed into attending booze-free prom parties, and Toronto mayor Rob Ford denies smoking crack in video. MORE
By Victoria Kim
A medical panel urges physicians to screen all adult patients with one simple question. MORE
The new DSM-5 is the object of an ongoing smackdown by critics for everything from its minor changes to its very existence. But there is one major change that addiction treatment providers can applaud. MORE
A study finds teens with anxiety disorder are more likely to abuse drugs at an earlier age. MORE
Rx drug abuse is rising sharply among teens, but most parents only warn them about other drugs. MORE
Propofol poses an increasing addiction risk for doctors and nurses, a study finds. MORE
Smoking rates are nearly twice as high among this population, says SAMHSA. But what about people in recovery? MORE
Cocaine traffickers target Costa Rica, drug made from red wine could help you live until 150, and Jeb Bush compares reporters to crack addicts. MORE
By Liam Delaney
The two-time Super Bowl champ faces consequences for last year's drunk driving arrest. MORE
Fix video columnist Jane Velez-Mitchell says situational substance abuse may pass, but addiction is ongoing. MORE
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Newly-public documents reveal how the two leaders bonded during a boozy all-nighter in 1942.
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After a 13-year run, A&E's popular addiction-themed reality series is ending.
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The troubled former actress' most recent drug-fueled hijinx land her a night in jail.
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"Real life Walter White" busted in Boston, new anti-depressant is related to "Special K" party drug, and sex addiction diagnosis sparks controversy.
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Gil Kerlikowske insists that Obama's drug strategy will emphasize prevention, treatment and "smart on crime" policies.
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