Once you enter the gray areas of substance use, it's time for the hard questions.

Downsides to androgen use far outweigh the positives, unless you're a fan of liver damage.

The honeymoon phase of quitting substance use can both help and hinder long-term recovery.

Here's how to make your at-home intervention as effective as those on TV.

If you want to try to help a loved one suffering from addiction, you need to know the basics.

Addiction is a medical and psychological issue, so why are many recovery programs faith-based?

We are slowly adopting a sympathetic and, hopefully, more effective approach toward addiction.

Despite decades of demonization, weed is turning over a new leaf in America.

The agency cites a potential to help adults quit cigarettes, but are vaping products safe?

As a cultural beverage, it’s universal—but there can be consequences to drinking too much.

As drug abuse numbers climb, keep an eye on certain red flags to curb the risk.

Everyone's reason to drink less is personal, but the steps to get there usually overlap.

When your pastimes become a compulsion, they can undermine every aspect of your life.

'I was so tired of rejection...I turned to steroids to improve my physique.'

For the newly sober, sex can be weird and awkward but also bedframe-shaking.

Is moderate marijuana use a smart path to sobriety?

It might seem strange to use a cannabis compound for recovery, but there's more to it.

The diagnosis may be shoddy, but the symptoms are real enough.

Responsible drinking can become second nature once you understand the facts and benefits.

When your drinking starts to go beyond the occasional social beer you may notice these changes.

Addiction destroys families, but understanding its causes can help family members to survive.

Mental health disorders and addiction are co-occurring conditions that have lasting impacts.

Addiction can destroy a partnership, but providing support is essential for recovery.

An official diagnosis of addiction can illuminate the road to recovery.

Abuse of all forms can create vicious cycles. Know when to step away.

Exercise may be the best medicine for your body. But how effective is it to fight substance use?

With patience and positivity, you can be the secret weapon in a friend's battle against tobacco.

Are you making a fresh start? Here's how you can return to healthy living after an addiction.

Don't let outdated beliefs keep you or a loved one from seeking much-needed support.

Is sex addiction a real medical condition or simply an excuse for errant bedroom behavior?

Sex addiction is a behavioral disorder that can lead to complications in all aspects of life.

Recovering from addiction is a challenge, but so is loving someone who is struggling with it.

Millions of Americans abuse substances. Don’t let that lead to health problems and addiction.