In recent decades, we have constructed the idea that addiction, or Substance Use Disorder (SUD) is a Brain Disease. This has derived from neuroimaging research that suggests people with addiction have a brain that is fundamentally ‘different’ – their dopamine functions are blunted and therefore it is impossible for them to seek pleasure from non-substance using activities. Furthermore, studies suggest their prefrontal regions show abnormalities which means they are no longer capable of...
Efforts to decriminalize cannabis are underway on Capitol Hill, as the Department of Justice recently moved to re-classify the drug as a less dangerous substance.
The EU says its concerned the platforms algorithms "stimulate behavioural addictions in children."
People turned the State Capitol lawn into a recovery center in an effort to fight addiction.
Almost one in four adults are being prescribed antidepressants, but they are not as effective as was once believed, writes Lucy Kenningham
If you feel like you're being controlled by your smartphone, don't feel alone -- smartphone addiction is a real thing. So, let's talk about it, and how to deal with it. How to dial back your screen time We've all done it -- we've lost entire days to the siren call of social media or mobile gaming, or even just binge-watching our favorite TV shows. While it's not bad if it happens occasionally, there's a good chance it probably happens more than you'd care to admit. And unfortunately,...
I am a 40-something mother-of-four with an enviable lifestyle and close-knit family. But despite these trappings of success, I can't seem to stop obsessing over my appearance.
Meta is back in hot water for its methods (or lack thereof) for protecting children. The European Commission has launched formal proceedings to determine whether the owner of Facebook and Instagram has violated the Digital Services Act (DSA) by contributing to children's social media addiction and not ensuring they have high levels of safety and privacy. The Commission's investigation will specifically examine whether Meta is properly assessing and acting against risks brought on by its...
Montevideo, May 14 (Prensa Latina) the Uruguayan Chamber of Deputies passed on Tuesday a bill for the compulsory internment of drug addicts living on the streets. The post Uruguay passes bill for compulsory internment of drug addicts first appeared on Prensa Latina.
These chewy cornflake cookies are absolutely delicious and incredibly addictive. If you make these, they'll disappear in minutes. FODMAP fact: While high-fructose corn syrup is high-FODMAP, regular corn syrup is safe for the low-FODMAP diet.
Nearly 50 million people in the U.S. have a substance use disorder, and most are in the workforce. Could employers take a bigger role in recovery?
A mom of three named Alex recently opened up about overcoming her addiction to opioids after birth complications with her third child and PPD.