A study found that 9 and 10-year-olds drinking caffeinated soda daily are twice as likely to start drinking alcohol within a year, showing increased impulsiveness and reduced working memory.
Loneliness is linked to addictive smartphone use among adolescents, with self-esteem and boredom proneness serving as partial mediators, according to a recent study.
Brain stimulation was found to enhance inhibitory control in healthy adults but failed to improve inhibitory control in those with alcohol use disorder, suggesting chronic alcohol use alters the brain's responsiveness to neuromodulation.
An extensive study across 42 countries found that 3.2% to 16.6% of people experience problematic pornography use, highlighting its prevalence comparable to other mental health issues.
Scripps Research scientists discovered inhibiting stress-response neurons could cut alcohol use in PTSD and AUD sufferers, without lessening anxiety. This breakthrough points towards novel treatments for these intertwined disorders.
Psilocybin therapy alters brain activity in patients with alcohol use disorder, according to new research, increasing activity in areas associated with emotional regulation and reducing activity in regions linked to craving.
A recent online study has revealed that individuals who bet on sports are more inclined to engage in other forms of gambling compared to their counterparts who do not partake in sports betting. They were found to gamble more frequently...
Researchers have uncovered how substances like alcohol and drugs hijack the brain's reward pathways by altering gene expression. This profound genetic influence challenges misconceptions about addiction, highlighting its neurobiological and genetic roots and opening new avenues for targeted treatments.
A study in BMC Psychology finds that high neuroticism and low conscientiousness, compounded by depression, heighten the risk of TikTok Use Disorder. Amid growing concerns over social media's impact, this research underscores the complex interplay between personality, mental health, and...
A study found that ketone supplements reduced breath and blood alcohol concentrations and decreased the subjective appeal of alcohol in humans. In rats, ketones also lowered blood alcohol levels, suggesting a potential therapeutic role for ketone supplements in managing alcohol...
A groundbreaking study in the Journal of Psychoactive Drugs reveals that regular exercise could significantly lower dependency on drugs like cannabis, MDMA, and cocaine. By engaging the brain's reward system, physical activity offers a promising supplementary strategy to traditional addiction...
A new study in Psychiatry Research reveals high-frequency transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) targeting the brain's left dorsolateral prefrontal cortex significantly reduces cocaine cravings and impulsivity, marking a promising advance in treating cocaine addiction.
We all want to eat healthily. But sometimes these plans are sabotaged by powerful cravings for sweet, salty or carb-heavy foods. So why do you crave these foods when you’re trying to improve your diet or lose weight? And what...
Undergraduates, especially women, who embrace "raunch culture" show higher depressive symptoms, linked to increased social media use and social comparisons. This cycle may worsen their mental health, highlighting the need for awareness of raunch culture's psychological impacts.
A study in the Journal of Affective Disorders Reports links ADHD and hypersexual behavior, showing those with ADHD may engage in hypersexual activities as a coping mechanism for psychological distress. Impulsivity and emotional regulation difficulties in ADHD are key factors...