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Steve O'Keefe

The Connection Between Alcohol Use Disorder and Eating Addiction

New research shows similarities between how the body processes alcohol and sugar.

Avoidance Learning and Substance Use Disorders

Does avoidance learning lead to addiction or result from it? A new study tries to answer that question.

A Misguided Attempt at Explaining Smartphone Dangers

Britannica’s contribution to the smartphone addiction debate is a disastrous deep dive.

Addiction Treatment Policy Combines Carrots and Sticks

A report from the Brookings Institution assesses strategies for increasing participation in addiction treatment programs.

Monopoly of Misery: Gambling Addiction in America

Anti-trust crusader Matt Stoller writes an exposé on the companies that dominate gambling addiction in America.

The Financial Risks of Social Media Addiction Claims

A publication for corporate attorneys provides a different perspective on social media addiction lawsuits.