The Most Commonly Used White Drug
All things considered, it seems that a strong case could be made for labeling sugar as an addictive substance.
Facing Your Pain Is the Key to Happiness Says Addiction Expert
Anna Lembke, M.D., is the author of the book Dopamine Nation and co-author of a massive Stanford-Lancet report on the opioid crisis.
How Daydreaming About the Future Can Improve Substance Abuse Resistance
Episodic future thinking — the ability to see yourself in the near future — plays a critical role in resisting substance abuse.
The Relationship Between Overeating and Substance Use Disorders
There is a strong similarity between the way overeating and substance use disorders act on the brain’s reward pathways.
The Connection Between Mental Health and Substance Abuse
Recent surveys examine the relationship between substance use disorders and mental health disorders and recommend integrated treatment.
Preventing Stigma From Preventing Treatment for Substance Use Disorders
Stigma is a powerful barrier to treatment for substance use disorders. AddictionNews examines a timely meta study on stigma and substance abuse.