Doctors Blame Institutions, Lack of Training, Lack of Knowledge for Failure to Treat Substance Use Disorders
A shocking new systematic review funded by the National Institutes of Health found that many doctors claim ignorance of how to treat substance use disorders.
More Anticipation Wrinkle
Apparently, dopamine is not only the reward, but the incentive that goads an individual to pursue that reward.
In Search of the Connection Between Depression and Addiction
Three different academic researchers examine the connection between depression and addiction.
Testing GLP-1 Drugs for Substance Use Disorders
Limited human trials of GLP-1 drugs for substance use disorders indicate they might not work well for non-obese individuals.
A New Book Makes The Case That Addiction Is Not a Brain Disease
A new book and a new brain study are raising doubts about addiction as a chronic brain condition.
Does Ozempic Cause Weight Loss By Making People Sick?
We examine anecdotal reports and scientific evidence concerning gastrointestinal discomfort as a result of taking GLP-1 drugs.