When you read about addiction statistics in our community, our country and around the world, you may think, “well, that’s a lot of people who made pretty bad decisions.” That is, if you’re one of the ...

WASHINGTON, D.C. (KELO) — Former KELOLAND News anchor Angela Kennecke shared her late daughter Emily’s struggle with addiction during a gathering at the White House Wednesday. Kennecke spoke during a ...

Drug addiction is a serious issue affecting millions of people worldwide, and women are not immune to this epidemic. Despite the widespread recognition of the problem, many women go to great lengths ...

Many Americans turn to medications like buprenorphine to overcome opioid addiction. But some say they’re being discriminated against as they go about their lives because they carry a stigma. NBC News' ...

The Camden County Board of Commissioners and the Addiction Awareness Task Force (AATF) launched the Break the Stigma campaign to change the conversation around addiction and recovery. This initiative ...

Based on the most recent statistics from the 2024 National Survey on Drug Use and Health, 48.4 million Americans (16.8%) aged 12 and older were diagnosed with a substance use disorder (SUD) in the ...

People addicted to drugs or alcohol are stigmatized in our society, which can impede their recovery. We cannot readily understand how they are thinking and why they are making the unhealthy choices ...

Nearly 50 million over the age of 12 reportedly have substance use disorders, which can include addictions to alcohol or drugs. Other issues that affect millions - such as gambling, shopping, gaming, ...

Gambling addiction is an escalating concern that affects diverse communities, including the African American population. With the rapid expansion of online platforms and the increasing popularity of ...

The Princess of Wales has urged an end to the "stigma" surrounding addiction, calling for society to show "compassion and love" to those dependent on drugs, alcohol, or gambling. Marking Addiction ...