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Reducing Opioid Use With Cannabis

Two recent studies show dramatic reductions in opioid use for chronic pain when cannabis is added to treatment.

The Connection Between Cognitive Dissonance and Addiction

Cognitive dissonance leads to negative emotional states and irrational behavior, even for robots.

Fish Addiction?

We examine the historical record for evidence of fish addiction.

Exercise + Community = Recovery

A new book by Scott Strode demonstrates how the combination of exercise and community is a recipe for recovery.

How to Change Your Mind

In his book, A New Approach to Addiction and Choice, Dr. Reinout Wiers examines ways to repair cognitive systems damaged by addiction.