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Addiction Science

Genetic Clusters Support a Unified Theory of Addiction

The largest study ever done on genetics and mental health supports a unified theory of addiction.

Kratom Debate Heats Up

Learn about kratom, 7-OH, and their risks and benefits — from FDA warnings to research exploring potential treatments for opioid addiction.

Rewiring Your Brain After Addiction

Learn how the brain recovers from addiction. With treatment, support, and new habits, neural pathways heal and healthy function returns.

Romantic Love and Addiction

Studies show that romantic love activates the same reward systems that respond to drug use, and can be therapeutic for substance use disorders.

Neuroscientist Dr. Keith Humphreys on Addiction Policy

Dr. Keith Humphreys of the Wu Tsai Neurosciences Institute at Stanford University offers surprising insights on addiction policy.

Eating Addiction Researcher Resigns in Clash Between Science and Politics

A well-known eating addiction researcher, Dr. Kevin Hall, resigns when study results conflict with policy statements.