When it comes to drug and alcohol addiction, it can take several attempts for a person in recovery to achieve long-term sobriety. So when comedian Joe Huisman — a former addict himself — Comedian Ben ...

In a striking turn of events, comedian Artie Lange, renowned for his roles on the Howard Stern Show and Mad TV, has re-emerged in the public eye, showcasing a dramatic transformation following years ...

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His play “The White Chip” may detail some of the most difficult moments of Sean Daniels’ life, but he lived to write about them and experience unexpected opportunities. Now associate director of ...

LifeStance Health reports tips for staying sober during the holidays, highlighting strategies to navigate social pressures and maintain connections.

Ms. Szalavitz is a contributing Opinion writer who covers addiction and public policy. Not long ago, Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s history of heroin addiction alone would likely have disqualified him from ...

Our society has weathered several addiction-related crises. From crack cocaine to Oxycontin to the current Fentanyl crisis, the United States is no stranger to the issues of addiction. As we grapple ...

This post is in response to The Benefits of Humor in Therapy By Samuel L. Pauker, M.D., and Miriam Arond Humor is part of the universal human experience and can be a key resource in psychotherapy. A ...