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Addiction Studies

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).

The Health Consequences of Discontinuing Ozempic and Other GLP-1 Drugs 

New studies look at the health consequences of discontinuing use of GLP-1 drugs such as Ozempic and Wegovy.

An Addiction to Telling Bad Jokes

Can a person become addicted to telling bad jokes? The answer is yes.

Dysbiosis and Addiction, Cause and Effect?

Despite the absence of a large body of evidence about the gut bugs’ behavior, there is suspicion that some might facilitate/cause addiction.

Behavioral Addictions vs. Substance Addictions: What’s the Difference?

Research increasingly indicates that substance use disorders are actually behavioral disorders.