Types of Addiction: From Alcohol to Prescription Drugs
In today’s complex world, addiction has emerged as a significant public health concern affecting millions of individuals and families across the globe. According to recent statistics from 2025, approximately 48.5 million Americans aged 12 and older (about 17.1% of this population) experienced a substance use disorder in the past year, highlighting the widespread nature of […]
Understanding Addiction: The Science Behind Substance Abuse
In the complex landscape of human health challenges, addiction stands as one of the most misunderstood conditions. At Sobriety Resources, we believe that understanding the scientific foundations of addiction is crucial for effective treatment and recovery. The journey to sobriety begins with knowledge—comprehending how substances hijack the brain’s natural processes and why breaking free requires […]
Is It Addiction? Recognize the Warning Signs & When to Get Help
Addiction is more complex than simply using substances or engaging in behaviors frequently. The American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) defines addiction as “a treatable, chronic medical disease involving complex interactions among brain circuits, genetics, the environment, and an individual’s life experiences. People with addiction use substances or engage in behaviors that become compulsive and […]
Understanding Addiction — Awareness, Education & Prevention
Addiction doesn’t discriminate. It affects people from all walks of life—executives in corner offices, students in dormitories, parents in suburban homes, and individuals struggling with homelessness. In the United States alone, over 20 million people battle substance use disorders annually, with countless others facing behavioral addictions that significantly impact their lives and relationships. This comprehensive […]
The FDA Approved an Opioid Addiction Treatment Device
By BRIEF A device originally designed for treating chronic and acute pain has received approval from the United States FDA to be used in opioid addiction treatments. The NSS-2 Bridge works by zapping parts of the brain linked to processing pain information. WRITTEN BY Dom Galeon, November 24, 2017 The U.S. Food and Drug […]
FDA approves first doctor-prescribed app to keep you sober
By David Heitz We use technology and Smartphone apps, specifically, to dial up our health in all kinds of ways these days. “The health apps, for example, help those with diabetes track and record every blood sugar reading and insulin injection,” reports Stat. “One invites users to photograph their moles, and offers analysis […]
Governor Cuomo Launches Campaign to Warn New Yorkers About Fraudulent
DECEMBER 27, 2017 Albany, NY Campaign Encourages People to Report Patient Brokers Who Take Advantage of Those Seeking Treatment For Substance Use Disorders Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced a new public awareness campaign to crack down on “patient brokering,” a practice where brokers collect payments from addiction treatment providers in exchange for referring patients […]
