A Lever in the Brain Regulating Stress and Pain
New research on alcoholism and the PVT reveals how animals use alcohol to relieve stress, anxiety, and pain.
AI Chatbot “Therapists” Continue to Raise Concerns
There is an urgent need for stronger safeguards as millions of people turn to AI chatbots for mental health issues.
Anxiety and Addiction
We look at several studies that examine the relationship between anxiety and addiction.
AI Chatbots Used in Addiction Recovery Apps
The use of artificially intelligent AI chatbots in addiction recovery apps is both new and controversial.
Neuroticism and Addiction
Researchers chart a relationship between stress, displacement, neuroticism, and addiction.
Anxiety, Depression, and Self-Harm — Internet Addiction Goes Global
A major global study shows an increase in internet addiction and a correlation with anxiety, depression, and self-harm.