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Addiction Studies

HDAC5 and the Epigenetics of Addiction

Two new studies explain the role of the epigenetic enzyme, HDAC5, in cocaine addiction and depression.

Preventing Relapse During Recovery From Opioid Use Disorder

Researchers at the University of Maryland team up to study the genetics of relapse during recovery from opioid use disorder.

Love Addiction Is Scary

“Addicted to love: What is love addiction and when should it be treated?,” is an examination so thorough as to cause amazement that anyone would ever feel the need to take on the subject again.

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.