Drug addiction is a chronic, often relapsing disorder that affects millions of people worldwide. Despite successful treatment, many individuals struggle to maintain sobriety and may relapse.

Addiction relapse is common. Studies suggest that approximately half of all individuals who try to get sober return to heavy use, with 70 to 90 percent experiencing at least one mild to moderate slip.

In Philadelphia, over 1,170 people died of opioid overdoses in 2022, the last year for which complete data is available. More than 300 more died just over the bridge in Camden County. Research ...

New research on the biological basis of addiction has found that the critical epigenetic enzyme histone deacetylase 5 (HDAC5) limits the expression of the gene Scn4b, regulating neuronal activity and ...

Relapse after years: A woman’s off-label tirzepatide use for migraines reignited anorexia after decades of recovery. Brain circuitry changes: Studies reveal GLP-1 drugs reduce cravings by altering ...

Mental health and addiction recovery experts emphasize that relapse prevention requires a personalized, written plan combining trigger identification, coping strategies, and support systems. Recent ...