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Nicotine Addiction

Make Cigarettes Less Addictive?      

The FDA wants the new president to mandate a “drastic reduction” in the amount of nicotine to be allowed in American-made cigarettes.

Professional Comedians Are Just Different, That’s All!

Standup comedians tend to openly discuss their addictions, be it to alcohol, tobacco, phone, sex, and so on.

Introducing… Comedians and Substances

The most illuminating tales of addicted life come from a relatively tiny slice of the occupational spectrum: professional comedians.

The Use of GLP-1 Drugs for Nicotine Use Disorder and Smoking Cessation

More and more studies show GLP-1 drugs work for smoking cessation, alcohol use disorder and opioid use disorder, but researchers aren’t sure how.

Nicotine Addiction and Mental Health

A new report on nicotine addiction and mental health shows a stronger-than-expected connection between smoking, vaping, e-cigarettes, and mental health disorders.

The World’s Worst New Idea: A Vape Pen Gambling Device

Doctors concerned about nicotine addiction are calling attention to vaping cartridges that include new gambling and gaming features.