I've already written about one reason why cravings make quitting difficult (find it here). However, cravings and triggers are not just abstract concepts; they are well known, important players in ...

Trying cocaine just once could be enough to set in motion the process of addiction, new research reveals. A single exposure to cocaine triggers changes in the part of the brain central to the ...

In cognitive behavioral therapy they're a big part of the "Five W's" = When, Where, Why, With, and What. In the various 12-step programs they're simply referred to as "People, places, and things." But ...

When the Holidays Trigger Addiction and How to Stay in Recovery | Oz Health The holidays can be especially hard for people in addiction recovery. Dr. Oz explores why seasonal stress, family pressure, ...