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The Origins of Addiction: Toxic Stress

A 2012 policy statement from the AAP sounded the alarm about “toxic stress” leading to “maladaptive coping patterns.”

Strategies for Breaking Free From Smartphone Addiction

A systematic review of therapies for treating smartphone addiction identifies a wide variety of options.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Stress Management

We examine the differences between cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and stress management techniques.

Are GLP-1 Drugs the Solution to Eating Addiction?

If you’re using GLP-1 drugs to lose weight, you’re only getting half the story.

The Collaborative Care Model for Addiction Treatment

When addiction is treated with collaborative care involving a physician, a mental health provider, and a behavioral health provider, sobriety rates skyrocket.

AI Chatbots Used in Addiction Recovery Apps

The use of artificially intelligent AI chatbots in addiction recovery apps is both new and controversial.