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Using MORE to Repair the Addiction-Damaged Brain

A new study shows that mindfulness MORE therapy repairs the brain’s ability to enjoy natural rewards.

Cinematherapy for Depression and Addiction

Cinematherapy has proven to be an effective addition to treatment for depression and addiction.

Mavoglurant Effective Against Cocaine Addiction in Phase 2 Trial

The drug company, Novartis, reports a significant decline in cocaine use with mavoglurant in phase 2 trial.

Dr. Anna Lembke on Using GLP-1 Drugs to Treat Addiction

Stanford University psychiatrist, Dr. Anna Lembke, assesses the use of GLP-1 drugs for treating addictions.

More About the Unwanted Inheritance

The latest research confirms that epigenetic changes are involved in substance use disorders. It would not be surprising to find them accountable for most of what we characterize as addiction.

Music and Addiction

Music is capable of triggering substance abuse and also treating substance abuse.