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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.

Advances in Epigenetic Editing for Addiction Treatment

Crispr and other technologies are allowing researchers to turn on and off genetic and cellular switches impacting addictive behavior.

Does Ozempic Cause Weight Loss by Impacting the Brain or the Gut?

A study from The Netherlands examines the impacts of GLP-1 agonists on the central nervous system using fMRI.

Is Ozempic the Gateway Drug for CBT?

Two recent studies show nearly twice the weight loss for patients who undergo group CBT in addition to taking liraglutide, a GLP-1 agonist.

A Pathway Out of Addiction?

Could a wearable ultrasound device be a pathway out of addiction, or even a way to prevent it?