Guardian Report Has Sobering Stats on the Future of Addiction in the U.S. and the U.K.
A pair of articles from The Guardian look at the future of addiction in the U.S. and the U.K. and what individuals can do to protect themselves.
The Anticipation Wrinkle, The Expectation Wrinkle, and the Neurocircuitry of Addiction
Addicts get hooked on thinking about indulging to a degree that consuming is a letdown.
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.
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.
Drug Addiction Leads to Loneliness but Does Loneliness Lead to Drug Addiction?
Does loneliness lead to drug addiction? A recent article tries to make that case, and we investigate the science behind it.