What We Do to Ourselves
It cannot be denied that our society has become very used to and quite comfortable with an extreme amount of self-damaging behavior.
Sober Comedians, Intoxicating Humor
Discovering the delightful world of sober comedy, and in particular, the work of sober comedians.
Is Revenge An Addiction?
A legal scholar, psychiatrist, and neuroscientist says revenge is an addiction that can be treated like behavioral and substance use disorders.
The Origins of the Opioid Epidemic: The Johnson & Johnson Story
Johnson & Johnson’s contributions to the opioid epidemic are laid out in a new book and in The New Republic.
12-Step Programs’ Secret Agenda
Why do some stand-up comedians attend AA meeting even though they’re not alcoholics? Because a ready-made audience is right there and willing to be entertained.
The Line Between Substance Use and Substance Abuse
From eating addiction to heroin addiction, we look at where the line is between substance use and substance abuse.