A recent study published in the journal Drug and Alcohol Dependence suggests that poor sleep in people with alcohol use disorder is closely linked to heightened negative emotions and specific changes ...

This post was coauthored by Gabriella P. Oettinger and Juan M. Dominguez, Ph.D. As we begin the new school year, the importance of understanding the challenges and risks that students face becomes ...

A recent review confirms that even small amounts of alcohol can affect health, while excessive drinking can cause significant ...

Whitney Houston, Michael Jackson, Heath Ledger and Prince are just a few of the many who have died from overdosing on drugs. However, it seems as though their deaths are not enough to instill change ...

While cannabis has recently come under fire for potential negative health risks, a recent study suggests that its use could increase brain volume and cognitive fitness. Researchers at the University ...

Substance use and substance use disorder differ by the frequency of use and the effect on a person’s life. Substance use disorder is a mental health condition. Substance use refers to using both legal ...

The goal of this literature review is to synthesize existing literature and knowledge on the prevalence of drug use in transit environments and discuss agency responses to this crisis in the United ...