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Low-Intensity Focused Ultrasound Neuromodulation

Dr. James J. Mahoney reveals remarkable results from low-intensity focused neuromodulation in the treatment of addiction.

Addiction and Aging

Recently released studies show that recovering addicts experience accelerated aging and delayed care.

Study Connects Childhood Trauma With Short-Video Addiction

A large study of college students in China finds a connection between short-video addiction and childhood abuse.

Cornell Professor Reports Progress on Vaccine for Cocaine Addiction

At a conference in New Orleans, Dr. Stephen M. Kaminsky reported positive results from a phase 2 trial on a vaccine for cocaine addiction.

Researchers Use Machine Learning to Map Heroin Addiction

Researchers at the University of Houston and the University of Cincinnati use machine learning to map the brain’s response to heroin.

Are There Benefits to Addiction?

A study from Japan tries to find the optimal level of habitual behavior for mental health.