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New Study Finds ADHD Drugs Impact Reward, Not Attention

A large new study from Washington University shows how ADHD drugs impact the brain’s reward system.

Enlightenment Hides in Strange Places

For anyone who practices the art of stand-up comedy, self-awareness is probably the most valuable asset in their toolbox.

AI Chatbot-Induced Psychosis Is All The Rage

Dozens more cases of AI chatbot-induced psychosis have recently been reported.

The Enemy in the Mirror

Self-harm is a topic that encompasses a lot of territory, but the true source of addiction just might be self-punishment.

Chatbots Stimulate Eating Disorders

Chatbots are contributing to eating disorders — even chatbots designed to help with eating disorders.

The Enemy in the Next Room

As Gil Scott-Heron famously sang, “Home Is Where the Hatred Is.” How does it apply to addiction?