Gambling can start as an innocent pastime — a way to have fun and enjoy the thrill of taking a risk. However, for some, what begins as occasional entertainment can spiral into a compulsive behavior ...

Medically reviewed by Michael MacIntyre, MD Key Takeaways Cravings are intense desires for a specific food, even when you're not hungry. People with food addiction often eat in secret due to feelings ...

In a world full of temptations, it's possible for a person to become addicted to just about anything. And while it's not always obvious, there are often warning signs that suggest there's a problem.

Pot is quickly becoming America's drug of choice, on track to replace alcohol, but its harms are becoming clear as well.

MACOMB, Ill. — TikToks, or any sort of short videos, can be seriously addicting. "Whenever I stopped watching TikTok, I started watching Reels on Facebook, so I can't just stop it," Western Illinois ...

Gambling addiction is an uncontrolled urge to place wagers and bets, no matter the consequences. Addicts feel the need to keep on betting, even if they go broke or get into debt. Losing while online ...

At this point, discussing the relationship kids and teens have with screens feels passé. You may have mentally muted those notifications—and experts get it. But they say it’s important for parents to ...