Introducing AddictionNews
AddictionNews is a new resource covering the fields of addiction science, addiction studies, and addiction treatment, among other addiction-related topics.
Exploring Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome
The New York Times has published an explosive new piece on Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome, or CHS.
Fighting Back Against the Stigma of Substance Use Disorders
The Shatterproof Addiction Stigma Index and other recent surveys shine a light on the stigma of substance use disorders.
Why We Need Medication-Assisted Addiction Treatment
Adopting evidence-based treatment is essential to tackling the overdose crisis. Bias and stigma in this area can lead to unnecessary deaths.
Oh, Those Oreos!
It has been over a decade since the astonishing news came out: Oreo cookies are addictive — to a rat, anyway.
Treating Compulsive Shopping As an Addiction
Compulsive shopping is not a recognized mental health disorder, but pathological purchasing is a problem best treated as an addiction.
Dr. Nora Volkow Calls Out Commercial Interests Pushing Addiction
The Director of the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) Dr. Nora Volkow points out a national problem with corporations pushing addiction.