Key points Addiction is a complex behavior that can only be understood by a deeper understanding of behavioral research. Even looking at just a few of the complexities of behavioral psychology can ...

A University at Buffalo neuroscientist whose focus is the brain's reward system and its role in addiction is helping to illuminate how exercise can aid the brain in addiction recovery. Over the ...

Addiction can be related to substances such as alcohol, drugs, or nicotine, or behaviors such as gambling, internet use, or shopping. Recognizing the Symptoms of Addiction ...

Mounting evidence shows ultra-processed foods may trigger addictive behaviors similar to drugs and alcohol. PET scans alone ...

To better understand how polysubstance use affects the brain, my team tags neurons active during drug-related behaviors in genetically modified mice.

Understanding subtle, or not-so-subtle, cultural differences can make or break addiction treatment.

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus discusses what addiction is, including what may cause it and how empathy is a key part of treating it.

The novel lays bare the cyclical nature of addiction, the struggle for recovery and the societal pressures that contribute to addictive behaviors. Literary works provide readers with a visceral ...

Individuals with addictive personalities may struggle to let go—of people, memories, or habits. This attachment can manifest as grudges, nostalgia, or dependence on certain behaviors.

Hypersexuality, also called sex addiction and compulsive sexual behavior, “means people who engage in too much sex or sexual behavior despite having negative consequences,” said Dr. Krista ...