Addiction

Subtle variations in brain structure during childhood are associated with early substance use, a new study reveals.

Even a short digital detox can have a real effect on your brain. Research shows that just three days away from your smartphone changes activity in brain regions related to impulses and rewards.

It's not just pornography use itself, but college men believing their friends accept rape-themed pornography that links to negative attitudes towards women, a new study finds.

An unusual case report details a 25-year-old woman developing hypersexuality and compulsive masturbation after her escitalopram dose was increased for depression.

A study found that individuals with alcohol use disorder show reduced gray matter in cortical and limbic areas. These brain changes correlate with increased anxiety, depression, and memory deficits.

Can exercise be the cure for internet addiction? A recent meta-analysis suggests that structured physical activities significantly reduce addiction symptoms while boosting mental health.

A recent study found a strong genetic overlap between ADHD and cannabis use disorder, identifying shared genes active in the brain. These findings suggest genetic risk factors could help predict and prevent cannabis dependence in individuals with ADHD.

Individuals with thicker insulae and higher caudate gray matter volumes administered more cocaine, with women self-administering more than men. Results suggest links between brain structure and compulsive drug use behaviors.

The use of diabetes drugs semaglutide and liraglutide was associated with fewer hospitalizations for alcohol use disorder compared to approved treatments, suggesting these medications may have potential benefits for managing alcohol-related health issues.

Men with hypersexual disorder exhibit higher levels of emotional instability, impulsivity, social withdrawal, and interpersonal difficulties compared to men without the condition.

Men, younger people, and sexual minorities are more likely to worry about compulsive sexual behaviors, with concerns differing by gender, religion, and behavior type

A recent study found that early teens who spend more time on social media, texting, or video chatting are more likely to experiment with alcohol, nicotine, or cannabis.

Researchers found increased thalamus-insula connectivity in individuals with alcohol use disorder during unpredictable threats, linked to higher alcohol intake. This suggests heightened threat reactivity may drive excessive drinking.

A new study has uncovered a critical molecular mechanism behind alcohol's effects on the brain. Researchers found that a previously uncharacterized protein, TMEM132B, amplifies alcohol's influence on GABAA receptors.