Multiple Adverse Experiences Lead to Multiple Addictions
An Italian study reveals the connections between adverse experiences in childhood and adult addictions.
The Complicated Relationship Between Addiction and Music
Music can be both a powerful trigger inducing substance abuse and a therapy that calms withdrawal symptoms.
Genetic Clusters Support a Unified Theory of Addiction
The largest study ever done on genetics and mental health supports a unified theory of addiction.
How Psilocybin Repairs the Brain
A new study demonstrates how psilocybin repairs the brains of mice.
Avoidance Learning and Substance Use Disorders
Does avoidance learning lead to addiction or result from it? A new study tries to answer that question.
The Brain’s Natural Reward System
In-depth look at the brain’s natural reward system and how it is programmed for addiction.