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Will You or Won’t You: The Biased Choice Model of Addiction

The biased choice model of addiction argues that addiction is not a chronic brain disease and can be beaten with cognitive behavioral therapy.

Why Addiction Is Not a Chronic Brain Disease

In a new book, Dr. Reinout W. Wiers asks if addiction is a chronic brain disease, how come most who suffer get better without treatment.

Is Addiction Really a Chronic Brain Disease?

Dr. Reinout W. Wiers summarizes the arguments in favor of classifying addiction as a chronic brain disease.

How Family Businesses Deal With Substance Use Disorder in the C-Suite

American Express and Fortune magazine share advice on how family businesses deal with substance use disorder in the C-suite.

Is the Source of Addiction Self-Punishment?

Two prominent psychotherapists trace the source of addiction and compulsive behaviors to a desire for self-punishment.