The Medial Habenula and Addiction
A trio of studies look at the medial habenula, a region in the brain associated with addiction, depression, and compulsive behavior.
Music and Addiction
Music is capable of triggering substance abuse and also treating substance abuse.
The Impact of GLP-1 Drugs on Reward Pathways
We examine the impact of GLP-1 drugs such as Ozempic on reward pathways and the dopamine system.
The Short Video Addiction Scale
A team of researchers in Wuhan, China, has developed a robust assessment for short video addiction in middle school children.
Move Over Ozempic, Here Comes Petrelintide
Roche has signed a multi-billion dollar deal with Zealand Pharma to develop the weight loss drug petrelintide.
Controlled-Release Medication Could Improve Outcomes in Addiction Treatment
Researchers at VCU have formulated a drug that works better than methadone or buprenorphine at treating opioid use disorder.