Dopamine and Anxiety Disorders
Does a drug approved for restless leg syndrome illustrate the connection between dopamine and anxiety disorders?
GLP-1 Drugs, Addiction, and Displacement
The second half of our review of work on GLP-1 drugs and addiction by Dr. Dhruv Khullar.
San Francisco Sues 10 Food Industry Giants For Damages Caused By Ultra-Processed Foods
The City of San Francisco has filed suit against 10 makers of ultra-processed foods, arguing there’s no level of responsible use for some products.
What’s Causing Addiction: Reward or Relief?
The reward theory of addiction says people are pulled into it; the displacement theory says they’re pushed.
BrainWeighve Is a Displacement Intervention
Dr. Robert A. Pretlow, publisher of AddictionNews, gave a presentation on displacement intervention at ICOCD2025.
Does Transfer Addiction Validate Displacement Theory?
Transfer addiction in patients after bariatric surgery is evidence of displacement and can be managed to optimize recovery.