A new study has shown that exposure to alcohol and stress during pregnancy alters the brain's dopamine system and affects the likelihood of alcohol use in offspring as adults. These findings highlight the importance of avoiding alcohol during pregnancy.
About 22% of young Americans use cannabis or alcohol to improve their sleep, but experts warn that these methods can actually worsen sleep quality and lead to additional health problems.
A new study has identified genes linked to the risk of cannabis dependence, which could help pinpoint individuals at higher risk and develop early prevention strategies.
A new study has shown that semaglutide, a drug used to treat diabetes and obesity, can reduce cocaine cravings in rats. Scientists hope to confirm these results in humans and develop an effective treatment for cocaine addiction.