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Could DOI be the Magic Bullet? Part 1           

Research shows that serotonergic psychedelics became very interesting to the scientists who specialize in such arcane fields.

Taking a Look at Tech Startups in Addiction Recovery

A look at several tech startups in addiction recovery featured in the respected engineering journal, IEEE Spectrum.

Urge Suppression: The Relationship Between Impulsivity and Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder and Alcohol Use Disorder

Two studies, one from the U.S. involving brain scans plus a systematic review from France look at urge suppression, impulsivity, alcohol use disorder, and obsessive-compulsive disorder.

Improving Physician Education on Addiction Assessment and Treatment

Dr. Cara Poland is on a mission to improve physician education and training in recognizing and treating substance use disorders.

What Is Akrasia and How Does It Impact Drug Addiction?

Dr. Dan Ariely, a psychologist and behavioral economist practicing behavioral medicine at Duke University, talks about akrasia and drug addiction.