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Latest developments in causes and treatments

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AddictionNews

Year: 2025

Remarkable Institution Described As Last Hope for Some      

The Akal Drug De-Addiction Centre, located in Punjab, is proof that compassion and steady help can bring people out of addiction.

SAMHSA Increases Funding for Contingency Management Tenfold

The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) reveals new guidelines and funding for Contingency Management.

Sports Betting Apps Take $1,100 Per Year From Household Savings

New research shows that sports betting apps are driving down household savings and driving up bankruptcies.

Can You Get Addicted to Cats?

Is it possible to become addicted to cats? We examine the evidence for cat addiction and cat video addiction.

GLP-1 Drugs and Alcohol Use Disorder

A pair of studies point to the same conclusion, that GLP-1 drugs are effective against alcohol use disorder (AUD).

Make Cigarettes Less Addictive?      

The FDA wants the new president to mandate a “drastic reduction” in the amount of nicotine to be allowed in American-made cigarettes.