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Psychedelic mushrooms have been shown to treat addiction and depression — Dr. Casey Means, Trump’s pick for Surgeon General, calls herself a fan. Here’s everything to know about how they work, writes Katie Hawkinson

How does the saying go? My name is Vicky, and I have a Vinted addiction.

IN FOCUS: A new generation is challenging the methods of traditional 12-step programmes, with their old-fashioned emphasis on shame and self-flagellation, and younger drug users are listening. Oliver Keens talks to some emerging online personalities to find out why they wanted to do things differently

If we want to stop deaths from fentanyl, we must stop the attacks on public health

Twenty people, a behavioral health business and a church were charged in an indictment that alleged Arizona’s Medicaid program was defrauded $60 million in a scheme involving billing for mental health treatment and addiction rehabilitation

Grocery delivery services offer incredible convenience in our busy lives. Your pantry staples and fresh produce arrive at your doorstep with a few clicks. This saves time and reduces the stress of in-store shopping. For many, it’s a valuable tool. However, for some, this convenience can morph into a dependency,…

On 14 May 2025, a TikTok video of a woman scrolling on a transparent 'smartphone' at a San Francisco bubble tea shop captivated the internet, amassing over 50 million views.

Since Ozempic hit the public consciousness as a weight-loss medication, one in eight Americans have tried it (or a version of it) to lose weight.

Will we ever see Jane's Addiction back onstage together? Don't hold your breath