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Self-Regulation Improvement From ADHD to Google DeepMind

Most of the research on self-regulation improvement comes from pediatrics, but it’s getting a high-tech makeover thanks to Google’s DeepMind.

Urge Suppression: The Relationship Between Impulsivity and Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder and Alcohol Use Disorder

Two studies, one from the U.S. involving brain scans plus a systematic review from France look at urge suppression, impulsivity, alcohol use disorder, and obsessive-compulsive disorder.

Improving Physician Education on Addiction Assessment and Treatment

Dr. Cara Poland is on a mission to improve physician education and training in recognizing and treating substance use disorders.

What Is Akrasia and How Does It Impact Drug Addiction?

Dr. Dan Ariely, a psychologist and behavioral economist practicing behavioral medicine at Duke University, talks about akrasia and drug addiction.

Addicted to War

What feeds war addiction? Let’s look at the various theories and what vets explain what drives them, in their own words.

The Gold Standard for Addiction Treatment

Mark S. Gold, M.D., a pioneer in medicine-assisted therapy and a legend in addiction treatment, offers a prescription for America’s opioid epidemic.