More About the Unwanted Inheritance
The latest research confirms that epigenetic changes are involved in substance use disorders. It would not be surprising to find them accountable for most of what we characterize as addiction.
The Medial Habenula and Addiction
A trio of studies look at the medial habenula, a region in the brain associated with addiction, depression, and compulsive behavior.
Music and Addiction
Music is capable of triggering substance abuse and also treating substance abuse.
The Impact of GLP-1 Drugs on Reward Pathways
We examine the impact of GLP-1 drugs such as Ozempic on reward pathways and the dopamine system.
The Short Video Addiction Scale
A team of researchers in Wuhan, China, has developed a robust assessment for short video addiction in middle school children.
The Unwanted Inheritance — Epigenetics and Addiction
This does not necessarily imply that genes are affected, but proclivity for addictive substances can be passed on from parent to child.