What Is Addiction?
The definition of addiction has several parts, and the ways they are assembled often determine the course of treatment.
Where Is the Brain’s Reward System and How Does It Work?
Two studies involving brain scans attempt to map out the brain’s reward system.
The Community Reinforcement Approach for Substance Use Disorders
Developed in the 1970s and refined in the 1990s, the Community Reinforcement Approach (CRA) is inexpensive and effective.
Contingency Management Comes of Age
Contingency management — the practice of paying rewards for compliance with addiction treatment programs — is so successful it’s finally being adopted.
Oregon Passes Legislation Making Sweeping Changes to Substance Use Disorder Laws
Oregon Governor Tina Kotek signed new legislation expanding treatment programs and restoring criminal penalties for drug possession.
Are Loot Boxes Leading to Gambling Addiction?
Loot boxes are bonuses in video games that provide gambling-like rewards and appear to be contributing to gambling problems.