Some reasons why you shouldn't ignore alcohol cravings is because it could lead to escalated drinking habits, emotional and mental health problems, physical health concerns, and an increased risk of ...

For people with an addiction, craving—the strong desire for a substance—can affect their decision-making, new research shows.

GLP-1 drugs have gained worldwide attention for their ability to help some people lose weight, and new research shows they may be able to help with another common problem: Alcohol use. Patients who ...

A new clinical trial suggests that semaglutide — the active ingredient in the widely used drugs Ozempic and Wegovy — may help reduce alcohol consumption and cravings in people with alcohol use ...

Why does stress trigger drinking? A new study identifies a direct brain circuit between stress centers and habit-forming regions.

Five years ago, Michael Harkin's life was consumed by a cocaine and alcohol addiction - a far cry from the settled family life he now shares with his wife Claire and their children. At the height of ...

Young adults randomly exposed to alcohol-related social media content reported a greater desire to drink compared with those exposed to content without alcohol-related imagery. Recent alcohol ...