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.
Adaptive Pharmacotherapy for Smoking Cessation
A randomized, controlled trial of adaptive pharmacotherapy for smoking cessation shows quit rates nearly three times the standard treatment.
Balance Is Key
Potential miracle is that GLP-1 drugs ease withdrawal symptoms. Even setting aside the illegal addictive substances and considering only nicotine and alcohol, it would seem like a golden opportunity.