The Latest Breaking News from Addiction

Brennan Ward gets next assignment: Bellator 282 vs. Kassius Kayne

In February, Brennan Ward returned from a severe battle with drug addiction to win his first fight in five years.

USA Today Sports Media Group · May 12, 2022

Rugby hero David Bishop talks bravely about his addiction and depression

Welsh rugby superstar Bishop has candidly spoken of the demons he has been battling for many years after hanging up his boots

Wales Online · May 11, 2022

Rathcoole barber's new book explores his battles through grief and addiction

Jay's younger brother was hit by a car after they ran away from the children's home they were in

Belfast Live · May 11, 2022

Can a monthly injection be the key to curbing addiction? These experts say yes

OAKLAND, Calif. — Dr. Andrew Herring has a clear goal walking into every appointment with patients seeking medication to treat an opioid use disorder: persuade them to get an injection of extended-release buprenorphine.

Tribune News Service · May 11, 2022

Will Young recalls late twin Rupert passing out on the streets while battling alcoholism

Channel 4 viewers were moved to tears last night, as Will Young recalled caring for his late brother Rupert. The singer explained how he kicked his twin out weeks before his death in 2020, after years of trying to help his sibling battle his addictions

Daily Mirror · May 11, 2022

Eight signs of sex addiction and how to fight it

The World Health Organisation has recognised Compulsive Sexual Behaviour Disorder since 2018

Daily Record · May 11, 2022

Big spenders, divorce and donation 'addiction' - UK's biggest lottery winners

The UK has announced it has a new biggest-ever lottery winner after a £184 million jackpot draw in EuroMillions on Tuesday night. Brits have been told to check their tickets

Daily Mirror · May 11, 2022

Woman's life falls apart after getting addicted to TikTok even using app while driving

Rebecca, 22, whose problem was flagged by her GP when prescribing sleeping pills, said she developed an addiction to TikTok while studying towards a university degree in London

Daily Mirror · May 10, 2022

End of COVID-19 emergency endangers substance use treatment

WASHINGTON — Members of vulnerable and hard-to-reach groups could find it more difficult to get treatment for substance use disorders if the end of the public health emergency also brings the end of policies that allow health care providers to prescribe medications through video or audio calls, experts say.

Tribune News Service · May 10, 2022

Snooker legend Jimmy White’s turbulent life including drug hell and severe gambling habit

Snooker legend Jimmy White has endured a number of struggles throughout his rollercoaster life, including a battle against drug addiction, as well as a severe gambling habit

Daily Mirror · May 10, 2022