I've already written about one reason why cravings make quitting difficult (find it here). However, cravings and triggers are not just abstract concepts; they are well known, important players in ...

Addiction can affect anyone, regardless of background, education, or income. It often starts subtly—using alcohol to unw ...

In cognitive behavioral therapy they're a big part of the "Five W's" = When, Where, Why, With, and What. In the various 12-step programs they're simply referred to as "People, places, and things." But ...

The main goal when determining the level of care is to match the intensity of the treatment to the severity of the addiction.