Addiction and Substance Abuse
Dealing with addiction and substance abuse is never easy. Read more on addiction stories and combating addiction.
8 Silent Ways E-cigarettes Harm Your Body
E-cigarettes are perceived as safer, but the way they affect your body suggests otherwise. Here's why you're better off avoiding e-cigarettes altogether.
8 Vaping Statistics That May Shock You
You've probably seen the headlines on the popularity—and dangers of vaping. But the stats may be even worse than you...
9 Urgent Reasons to Stop Vaping Right Now
Vaping is causing serious lung diseases and death. Here's what you need to know.
12 Things That Happen to Your Body When You Stop Vaping
Evidence is stacking up that vaping, once thought to be less harmful than smoking cigarettes, causes lung damage—and can be...
JUULing Could Be As Dangerous As Smoking a Pack a Day
Some 37 percent of kids don't know it's nicotine they're inhaling when they vape with this trendy device.
9 Proven Ways to Quit Vaping
You've heard the news—vaping is causing deadly lung diseases in e-cigarette users. If you're ready to quit, these strategies will...
Does Natural Wine Have Health Benefits?
Registered dietitian and plant-based diet specialist Cynthia Sass explores the natural wine trend, including what it is, the pros and...
Why Does Wine Give Me A Headache?
If a glass of vino leads to a throbbing noggin, you're not alone. Here's why wine gives some people headaches—and...
What Does Being Sober Mean? The Details on Alcohol-Free Living
An alcohol-free lifestyle can offer big rewards—if you know what your goal is, why it matters, and how you plan...
14 Dry January Memes to Make You Laugh Instead of Drink
Here are some Dry January memes that may help you embrace the no-booze sobriety challenge.
These Are the Best Alcohol-Free Sparkling Wines—I Know Because I Tried Them All
If you're looking for the best bottle of bubbly without the hangover, try nonalcoholic champagne or one of these other...
These Are the Best Alcohol-Free Wines—I Know Because I Tried Them All
If you're a wine lover and want to cut back on alcohol, try these relatively healthy alcohol-free wines to replace...
I Tried Alcohol-Free Spirits and These Are the 14 Best Ones
I taste-tested dozens of alcohol-free drinks and spirits to find the best booze replacements you can use to create no-alcohol...
16 Recovery Quotes that May Help Inspire You to Stay Sober
You've already survived 100 percent of your worst days.
7 Best Mocktails You Can Buy—I Know Because I Tried Them All
If you're looking for a no-alcohol drink, skip the seltzer and try this list of the best
Can You Overdose on Benadryl?
TikTok's Benadryl challenge involves taking an overdose of the antihistamine in an effort to induce hallucinations. That's a very bad...
10 Silent Signs You May Be Developing a Pain Pill Addiction
Experts reveal how to recognize the signs you may have a problem with prescription drug addiction.
This Is What Happens to Your Body When You Binge Drink
Just one night of binge drinking can affect your health. Here's how too much alcohol can affect your body, from...
How to Stay Sober During Quarantine, According to Addiction Experts
Coronavirus social distancing can put many people at risk of relapse from drug and alcohol addiction, but here are...
Sobering Up: Alternatives to AA for Women
Several women who struggle with alcohol dependence share their stories of how they're seeking alternatives to Alcoholics Anonymous.
Why You Should Watch Your Alcohol Intake During the Coronavirus Outbreak
Why and how to moderate your alcohol intake during Covid-19, and how to seek support if you think you may...
7 Signs You Might Be Binge Drinking (Without Realizing It)
If you knock back four to five drinks in two hours, you just engaged in binge drinking. Here are the...
What Is the Safest Amount of Alcohol to Drink?
You might have heard that a daily glass of wine is good for your health, but not every expert agrees....
20 Secrets Addiction Counselors Want You to Know
Whether you or a loved one is facing alcohol, drug, or painkiller addiction, here's real advice on how to get...
Dry January: Should You Quit Drinking in January?
Dry January is gaining in popularity. But what is Dry January and does it have any benefits? Here's what you...
I Gave Up Alcohol for 21 Days, and Here’s What Happened
Cutting cocktails out of my life was a seriously eye-opening experience and one of the best ways I've found to...
21 Medications You Should Never Mix with Alcohol
A hot toddy might sound good when you have a cold—but resist the urge: The mixture of booze and common...
Dry January: What Doctors Need You to Know
Quitting alcohol—even for just a month—can help you examine your relationship with alcohol, and may have some physical and mental...
12 Signs You Should Try a Dry January
Taking a month off drinking alcohol has some potential benefits, even if you're just a social drinker.
8 Creative Ways to Celebrate New Year’s Without Alcohol
Skip the alcohol and try these 8 unique ways to ring in the New Year, from a virtual dinner party...