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Research shows that spirituality and drug use prevention are closely linked. Millions of people struggle with alcohol and drug use, yet spiritual engagement remains one of the least discussed protective factors in mainstream health. A landmark meta-analysis in JAMA Psychiatry (February 2026) pooled data from 55 longitudinal studies and over 540,000 participants. The results were clear: spiritual […]

A fentanyl vaccine will enter human trials in early 2026, offering a revolutionary approach to preventing drug use before it starts. Developed with support from the US Department of Defence and licensed by ARMR Sciences, the experimental treatment could become the first true biological deterrent against opioid use by making the drug completely ineffective. The

Whilst stimulant-involved overdose deaths continue to climb across developed nations, a groundbreaking study has revealed that a relatively simple treatment approach could be saving thousands of lives if only it were widely available. New research published in the American Journal of Psychiatry shows that contingency management treatment (a behavioural intervention that rewards people for meeting recovery milestones)

Recent research from the University of Mississippi has revealed how repeated stress fundamentally alters brain function in ways that persist for weeks, potentially explaining why some individuals become more vulnerable to substance use disorders. The findings, published in the journal eNeuro, offer critical insights into the neurological mechanisms that link chronic stress to increased addiction

Recent scientific research has introduced a groundbreaking tool for understanding one of the most powerful forces in addiction: craving. The Craving Assessment Scale for Behavioural Addictions and Substance-use Disorders (CASBAS) represents a significant advancement in how we measure and comprehend the intense desires that characterise addictive patterns. What Is Craving Assessment and Why Does It

When New York Mayor Eric Adams proposed forcing addicted individuals into treatment if they posed risks to themselves or others, the backlash was immediate. One activist called the plan “horrific.” Another said it “sends a chill up my spine.” Yet this visceral opposition may overlook a crucial reality: mandated drug treatment, when properly executed, can

Groundbreaking Research Challenges Traditional Addiction Treatment A groundbreaking monograph by addiction specialist Brian Coon is challenging the traditional approach to substance use disorder treatment, advocating for a comprehensive tobacco-free addiction treatment model that could dramatically improve recovery outcomes. The research presents compelling evidence that smoke-free recovery programmes deliver significantly better results than conventional methods. According

Aim: To explore the influence of gender and time in addiction recovery on engagement in meaningful activities and the reduction of harmful behaviours among the recovery population in Sweden.  Methods: Participants were recruited through social media, recovery and treatment services, and snowballing, resulting in a sample of 110 individuals who consider themselves in addiction recovery for more

  As Alcoholics Anonymous celebrates its 90th anniversary this year, questions surrounding the effectiveness of AA continue to shape discussions about alcohol recovery methods. Since its founding in Ohio in 1935, the fellowship has grown into a worldwide movement with millions of active members, yet its approach remains both influential and controversial in modern addiction