AddictionNews

Latest developments in causes and treatments

AddictionNews

AddictionNews

Steve O'Keefe

HDAC5 and the Epigenetics of Addiction

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

Virtual Reality and Future-Self Avatars Work Wonders for Addiction Recovery

A promising study using virtual reality in the treatment of substance use disorders has led to a new startup.

The Next Addiction: AI Companions

MIT expert says smartphone addiction is about to take an exponential leap into AI companion addiction.

Mavoglurant Effective Against Cocaine Addiction in Phase 2 Trial

The drug company, Novartis, reports a significant decline in cocaine use with mavoglurant in phase 2 trial.

Dr. Anna Lembke on Using GLP-1 Drugs to Treat Addiction

Stanford University psychiatrist, Dr. Anna Lembke, assesses the use of GLP-1 drugs for treating addictions.

Remote Interventions Crush Relapse Rates in NIHR Study

Adding remote interventions to the standard treatment dramatically reduces relapse rates for substance use disorders.