Addiction

Is vaping cannabis less harmful to your health than smoking it? Many people seem to think so. However, two studies conducted at the Research Institute of the McGill University Health Center (The Institute) suggest that […]

Researchers from the University of Missouri School of Medicine have shed light on which populations are more likely to be prescribed a high dose of opioid medication. This increases their risk of developing opioid use […]

The new findings underscore the need for universal screening and treatment for the disorder, as well as concerted research to better understand the benefits and risks of cannabis among different populations.This article was originally published […]

Easy access to crack cocaine is fueling addiction and leading to a cycle of hardship, mental health issues and homelessness in deprived communities, particularly in the North of England, a new study suggests.This article was […]

Growing up in a close-knit community in Ghana, Joshua Awua saw firsthand how strong social bonds could also bring pressure to fit in—especially when it came to alcohol.This article was originally published on MedicalXpress.com

Standardizing the color and branding of disposable vaping devices may deter young people who have never smoked or vaped from trying them in the first place, suggests a comparative study, published online in the journal […]

Children and teenagers of any age who sip or taste alcohol with their parents’ permission are more likely to engage in risky drinking in young adulthood. That was the finding of a new study my […]

Nicotine pouch use in adolescence is associated with a lower likelihood of continued vaping, according to a study published in Pediatrics.This article was originally published on MedicalXpress.com

A paper published in Nicotine and Tobacco Research finds that pod-style electronic cigarette devices are more addictive than nicotine gum, indicating that such devices have a very high potential for abuse.This article was originally published […]