HDAC5 and the Epigenetics of Addiction
Two new studies explain the role of the epigenetic enzyme, HDAC5, in cocaine addiction and depression.
The Medial Habenula and Addiction
A trio of studies look at the medial habenula, a region in the brain associated with addiction, depression, and compulsive behavior.
Deep Brain Stimulation for Addiction Treatment
Two hospitals in England are teaming up to test the Brain-PACER deep brain stimulation treatment for substance use disorders.
Online Shopping Addiction and Compulsive Buying
Award-winning journalist, Emma Marris, travels the world following the science of shopping addiction and compulsive buying.
Sleep and Substance Use Disorder
New studies examine the relationship between sleep and substance use disorder.
Understanding the Reward Response and Addiction
We try to untangle conflicting studies about the brain’s reward response system and addictive or compulsive behaviors.