Copyright 2019 Medical News TodaySubstance addiction is a complex disorder characterized by compulsive drug use. While addiction is difficult to understand, all abused substances share one thing in common - repeated use could change the way the brain looks and functions. Some people can use recreational or prescription drugs without ever experiencing negative consequences or addiction. For others, substance use can cause problems at school, work and home, and in relationships.http://www.medicalnewstoday.comadmin@medicalnewstoday.com (MNT Admin)editors@medicalnewstoday.com (MNT Editors)en-us Wed, 09 Oct 2019 14:00:00 PDThttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/326597.phphttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/326597.phpMany people use alcohol to reduce anxiety, but it can end up making anxiety worse in the long term. Learn about the link between alcohol and anxiety, and tips for coping here.Alcohol / Addiction / Illegal Drugs Thu, 03 Oct 2019 09:00:00 PDThttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/326546.phphttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/326546.phpQuitting smoking after a cancer diagnosis can improve survival rates. A recent study tests a tailored tobacco treatment program for people with cancer.Cancer / Oncology Mon, 30 Sep 2019 12:00:00 PDThttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/326506.phphttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/326506.phpCertain foods and drinks may help to alleviate the symptoms of a hangover. Discover what to eat and drink and what to avoid when hungover. Nutrition / Diet Sat, 28 Sep 2019 00:00:00 PDThttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/326474.phphttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/326474.phpThe relationship between alcohol consumption and dementia risk in older adults is proving difficult to unpick. A recent study takes a fresh look.Alzheimer's / Dementia Fri, 27 Sep 2019 13:00:00 PDThttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/326487.phphttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/326487.phpSome people claim that smoking cannabis can alleviate cold symptoms, while others say that it can make them worse. Learn about the potential benefits and disadvantages of smoking cannabis with a cold.Flu / Cold / SARS Fri, 27 Sep 2019 11:00:00 PDThttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/326484.phphttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/326484.phpThe keto diet involves restricting carbohydrate intake to encourage the body to burn fat instead of glucose. This article outlines 10 reasons why a person may not lose weight despite following the keto diet.Obesity / Weight Loss / Fitness Thu, 19 Sep 2019 08:00:00 PDThttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/326357.phphttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/326357.phpMy name is Regina Denny, and in 2018, I lost my son Brian to cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome (CHS). This is the story of Brian's death from CHS.Alcohol / Addiction / Illegal Drugs Mon, 16 Sep 2019 19:00:00 PDThttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/326355.phphttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/326355.phpWeak ejaculation is where the force or amount of a person’s ejaculation is less than usual. Read on to find out the causes, symptoms, and how people treat weak ejaculation.Men's Health Fri, 13 Sep 2019 17:00:00 PDThttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/326345.phphttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/326345.phpAlthough alcohol affects people in different ways and some people can drink more than others, drinking too much may cause a person to feel drunk. Learn more about the effects of alcohol by stage here.Alcohol / Addiction / Illegal Drugs Tue, 10 Sep 2019 19:00:00 PDThttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/326305.phphttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/326305.phpA 10-panel drug test is a urine screen that looks for 10 of the prescription or illicit drugs people most frequently abuse. Learn about which drugs it looks for and their detection windows.Pharmacy / Pharmacist Thu, 05 Sep 2019 13:00:00 PDThttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/326267.phphttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/326267.phpAlthough people sometimes wish to induce vomiting to treat poisoning, to relieve nausea, or due to an eating disorder, there are no safe ways to do this at home. Learn more about the risks of inducing vomiting here.GastroIntestinal / Gastroenterology Thu, 05 Sep 2019 11:00:00 PDThttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/326262.phphttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/326262.phpSome people have concerns about excess facial fat. This article outlines seven tips for helping prevent and reduce excess facial fat.Obesity / Weight Loss / Fitness Thu, 05 Sep 2019 00:00:00 PDThttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/326221.phphttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/326221.phpA new study finds that doctors are more likely to write opioid prescriptions during the last appointments of the day and if appointments are running late.Alcohol / Addiction / Illegal Drugs Mon, 02 Sep 2019 11:00:00 PDThttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/326223.phphttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/326223.phpWhen coming off prescription or recreational opiate or opioid drugs, people may experience withdrawal symptoms. Learn about the symptoms, timeline, and treatments here.Alcohol / Addiction / Illegal Drugs Thu, 29 Aug 2019 00:00:00 PDThttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/326177.phphttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/326177.phpAn observational study finds that people who drink red wine regularly but in moderation have healthier, more diverse gut microbiotas than those who don't.Nutrition / Diet Tue, 27 Aug 2019 14:00:00 PDThttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/326159.phphttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/326159.phpThe kidneys are responsible for filtering out waste products, including alcohol, from the body. Kidney pain can be a sign of serious health issues. Learn more in this article.Urology / Nephrology Tue, 27 Aug 2019 07:00:00 PDThttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/326162.phphttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/326162.phpNew research shows how subtle natural fluctuations in resting brain activity most likely impact our inclination toward risk taking behaviors.Neurology / Neuroscience Mon, 12 Aug 2019 08:00:00 PDThttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/326023.phphttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/326023.phpNew research finds that using focus boosting drugs without a prescription has few benefits and may affect memory and sleep quality in the long run.Alcohol / Addiction / Illegal Drugs Thu, 08 Aug 2019 21:00:00 PDThttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/325998.phphttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/325998.phpA person’s diet may affect their risk of developing cancer in several ways. Some diets may also help prevent cancer, or help a person recover. Learn more here.Cancer / Oncology Thu, 08 Aug 2019 19:00:00 PDThttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/325997.phphttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/325997.phpThe use of steroids can lead to steroid acne. Treatment options include topical creams and ointments. Prevention usually focuses on avoiding steroids or taking preventive measures. Learn more here.Dermatology Wed, 07 Aug 2019 19:00:00 PDThttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/325982.phphttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/325982.phpA pathological liar is someone who tells compulsive lies that do not have a clear motive or benefit. Learn more about the possible causes and how to cope with this behavior in others.Psychology / Psychiatry Mon, 05 Aug 2019 00:00:00 PDThttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/325936.phphttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/325936.phpCanada-based scientists have finally discovered how the cannabis plant produces molecules that may relieve pain without the risk of addiction. Pain / Anesthetics Sat, 03 Aug 2019 00:00:00 PDThttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/325908.phphttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/325908.phpResveratrol, a compound that occurs in red wine, appears to relieve anxiety and depression symptoms in mice. A recent study delves into the details.Depression Wed, 31 Jul 2019 09:00:00 PDThttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/325926.phphttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/325926.phpNew research finds that binge drinking affects 10.6% of U.S. older adults. Men and cannabis users are among those most likely to engage in binge drinking.Alcohol / Addiction / Illegal Drugs Wed, 31 Jul 2019 07:00:00 PDThttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/325923.phphttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/325923.phpFDA have issued a letter to Curaleaf, warning the company about misleading the public with 'unsubstantiated claims' concerning the benefits of CBD. Public Health