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Does Argan Oil Treat Alcohol Addiction?

Study shows argan oil may help alcohol use but consumers should be wary of unregulated supplements to treat addiction.

The Theory of Rational Addiction in Addiction Recovery

The theory of rational addiction comes from economics but has surprising insights for addiction treatment.

Stress Reduction Techniques to Moderate Addictive or Compulsive Behavior

Stress is a major driver behind addictive and compulsive behaviors and it’s also a major barrier to recovery.

Assessing the Standard Treatments for Addiction: Medication, Therapy, Substitution, and Brain Stimulation

We follow along with psychiatrist Dr. Reinout W. Wiers as he summarizes the standard treatments for addiction in his book, A New Approach to Addiction and Choice.

Models of Addiction: Chronic Brain Disease, Biased Choice, and the Contextual Model

The New York Times takes a long look at the chronic brain disease model of addiction and some alternatives.

Strengthening Resilience in Children and Adolescents

Studies show that even people with tremendous disadvantages can overcome addiction by developing resilience.