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Monopoly of Misery: Gambling Addiction in America

Anti-trust crusader Matt Stoller writes an exposé on the companies that dominate gambling addiction in America.

Is This the End of Social Media?

A new Bloomberg documentary explores the thousands of lawsuits coming to trial for damages caused by social media addiction.

Anxiety, Depression, and Self-Harm — Internet Addiction Goes Global

A major global study shows an increase in internet addiction and a correlation with anxiety, depression, and self-harm.

Is ChatGPT the World’s Worst Therapist?

It’s hard to imagine a worse idea for treating a mental health disorder than using a large language model (LLM) therapy chatbot.

Are Blind Boxes Turning Kids Into Addicts?

The Chinese government is cracking down on the sale of blind boxes and blind decks because they cause addiction in children.

Is the Gambling Addiction Crisis Out of Control?

State governments that benefit from gambling addiction are slow to provide help for victims of sports betting franchises.