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Addiction
Benefits of a Digital Detox: Why and How to Unplug
Once upon a time there was a world without an internet, without digital devices to occupy our every moment—what ever did we do?
New Study Finds Beliefs About Drugs Affect the Brain and Behavior
Insights from a new study demonstrate that our beliefs could play a powerful role in the treatment of mental health disorders, especially addiction.
ANALYSIS: New Drug, Made in China, Just a Deadly Click Away
Australian authorities are now issuing warnings about nitazine.
IN-DEPTH: Mom Struggles to Break Chains of Son’s Fentanyl Addiction
Every day on the streets is a deadly game of chance, but the reward of recovery means ‘being reunited with my family.’
Why People Stay Stuck in Addiction
Helping a loved one begins by understanding the barriers to wellness.
‘Unacceptable’: Alberta Justice Minister Stresses Tightening Bail Policies in UCP Convention Address
Mickey Amery says Alberta’s prosecutors should take a ‘firm stance’ when granting bail, taking into account a person’s history of serious or repeat offences.
33 States Sue Meta for Targeting Vulnerable Children With ‘Addictive’ Features
Research shows link between use of their platforms and ‘depression, anxiety, insomnia, interference with education and daily life,’ the complaint states.
How Dopamine Rollercoasters Dismantle Our Health and Lives
While we chase the dopamine spike of satisfaction, our mental health pays the price.
Anthony Furey: My Car Randomly Attacked With Family in It—Things Are Getting Worse out There
A few days ago, my family and I were heading home from being out at someone’s house for dinner when our vehicle was randomly attacked.
