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Brain Structure and Substance Abuse

A new study on brain structure and substance abuse leads to erroneous conclusions about the sources of addiction.

Nature vs. Nurture: New Study Identifies a Predisposition to Addiction

Research on the relationship between brain size and substance abuse raises more questions than answers.

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.