Dry January challenges participants to abstain from drinking alcohol for all 31 days of January.

People who have PTSD and a history of trauma are more likely to develop a substance use disorder than others as a self-medication strategy.

Movies focusing on addiction are important, but can be hard to watch. Let's look at the most brutally honest depictions of addiction in films.

Staying sober can be challenging for those in recovery. Here are some helpful tips on how recovering addicts can stay sober while traveling.

A recent study showed that drinking rates among mothers increased a startling 323% as COVID upended normal life.

Whatever your reason for cutting out alcohol, discover these eight brands based in and around Los Angeles and California making alcohol-free spirits, wines, tonics, and more.

Understanding the difference between alcohol abuse and alcoholism will help you determine the extent of your drinking problem.

The signs of alcohol use disorder can vary from person to person, but several factors can help one pinpoint whether they are dealing with this disorder.

Here are some tips to guide you in helping a loved one get through their struggle with alcoholism.

Michelle Donaldson lost everything to her addiction. Her home. Her job. Ties to family and friends were strained and severed.

Currently, models of alcohol use and misuse are mostly derived from research on men, but it seems that these models may not always be applicable to women.

From open bars to Champagne toasts, weddings tend to be overflowing with alcohol. Here's how to make sure your sober friends don't feel uncomfortable.

Every year, more than 3.3 million people die due to alcohol abuse. Alcohol misuse can negatively affect every aspect of an individual’s life.

Knowing these five things about addiction can provide accurate information about the disease and help end stigma surrounding it.

The holiday season brings out more get-togethers and celebrations with family and friends. It’s a happy time for many, but it can be hard for those dealing with mental health and addiction issues.

Although it’s festive for so many, the Thanksgiving-Christmas-New Year’s period can be a dangerous time for those recovering from alcohol use disorder.

December is National Drunk Driving Month and serves as a reminder to drive sober or find a ride home so everyone can stay safe this holiday season.

People with alcohol use disorder often struggle during the holidays because of stress — a common trigger for drinking, according to one expert.