Introducing AddictionNews
AddictionNews is a new resource covering the fields of addiction science, addiction studies, and addiction treatment, among other addiction-related topics.
Addiction and the Difference Between Liking and Wanting
Research into the origins of addictive behavior finds it’s the brain, not the substance, that sets the hook.
More Studies Show Positive Impacts From GLP-1 Agonist Drugs
A new survey from National Geographic explores many positive outcomes of recent trials with GLP-1 agonist drugs.
Compulsion, the First C of Addiction
Let’s take a look at some deep dives into human psychology as it relates to addiction, compulsion, and displacement activity.
Zuckerberg Avoids Personal Liability in Social Media Addiction Lawsuits
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg released from personal liability in social media addiction lawsuits.
What Is Addiction?
The definition of addiction has several parts, and the ways they are assembled often determine the course of treatment.
Where Is the Brain’s Reward System and How Does It Work?
Two studies involving brain scans attempt to map out the brain’s reward system.