Most of the genetic risk for developing a substance use disorder comes from genes that broadly affect how our brains process rewards, regulate impulses and weigh consequences—not from genes that ...

It is well known that addiction is not, from a psychiatric point of view, a stand-alone issue. For example, people with a diagnosis of bipolar disorder are much more prone than the general population ...

The Key Question to Answer to Defeat Addiction A clip from the Huberman Lab podcast episode with an expert on addiction recovery: Ryan Soave. We discuss all forms of addiction, both substance and ...

Human beings, in all their complexity, are shaped by a myriad of thoughts, emotions, and experiences. Among the most profound aspects of our nature is our capacity for thought. This gift, however, can ...

Approximately 17 percent of adolescents, 13 percent of young adults, and 6 percent of adults report a lifetime history of non-suicidal self-injury or the deliberate harming of one’s body tissue (most ...

Whether it's drugs, shopping, or gambling, addiction can take control your life. Today, we kick off our month-long series about addiction. Farai... Defining Addiction And Its Many Forms Whether it's ...

Short-form video addiction is associated with attachment anxiety and attentional control, suggesting psychological factors ...

Alcohol addiction doesn’t wear one face or follow one script. It shows up in boardrooms, small-town kitchens, and college campuses. Some people drink to take the edge off, while others drink to forget ...