A recent study showed that the most common reason for adolescents seeking treatment for mental health issues was depression. In addition, females were found more likely to receive treatment than males. more...

Just as it's important to identify and treat diseases like cancer and diabetes early on, it's equally imperative to stop risky drinking behaviors before they become problematic. The National Institute of Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism's new program, Rethinking Drinking, hopes to identify and treat risky drinking patterns before anything bad happens. more...

We measure our success by the health of our alumni network - the men and women who continue to participate in activities and maintain a connection to Promises. more...

Researchers found that documentation of opioid dependence and/or methadone maintenance treatment was missing from a substantial number of patients' medical records. This missing information can lead to dangerous drug interactions. more...

New animal studies found that stress-evoked changes in circuits that regulate serotonin in certain parts of the brain can precipitate a low mood and relapse in cocaine seeking. more...