addiction

"Wish to Quit Smoking" Could be Granted with the New 'Breakthrough' in Mapping the Nicotine Addiction

By Theena - Oct 05, 2016 06:13 PM EDT

Wish to quit smoking may be on the way after researchers crystallized a protein that holds answers to how nicotine addiction occurs in the brain.

Addicts Made Use of Anti-Diarrheal Medicine to Stay High

By Jenn Loro - May 09, 2016 12:08 PM EDT

The abuse of Loperamide, the main ingredient found in anti-diarrheal drugs, is currently on the rise as opioid addicts pop in pills in high amounts in order to get high. Amid a growing opioid addiction in the US, doctors are pressuring US authorities to regulate the sale and distribution of non-prescription over-the-counter medications like Loperamide and even regular painkillers.

Prince Death Update: Doctor Claims The Music Legend Needed Treatment For Painkiller Addiction

By Peter R - May 06, 2016 10:05 AM EDT

A California-based de-addiction specialist was to meet Prince and start him on treatment for painkiller addiction, the doctor's attorney has claimed.

Half of Teens Are Addicted To Technology, Survey Says

By Jenn Loro - May 05, 2016 09:45 AM EDT

A new study published by Common Sense Media reveals that half of US teens are hooked to using smartphones and other mobile internet devices. The poll is intended to uncover how media and technology impacts child-parent relationships.

Home Alone Celebrates 25th Anniversary

By Jenn Loro - Nov 17, 2015 09:11 AM EST

Remember Home Alone? That funny story of a kid left by his forgetful parents at home? The hit has just turned 25 years this week!

Kaley Cuoco Divorce Update: ‘The Big Bang Theory’ Actress Fed Up with Ryan Sweeting’s Addiction Problems

By Cheri Cheng - Oct 02, 2015 12:35 PM EDT

Kaley Cuoco and Ryan Sweeting got divorce allegedly over Sweeting's painkillers addiction.

Research Reveals Watching Porn Regularly Affects Your Brain Deeply and Causes Addiction

By Dustin Braden - Aug 14, 2015 08:13 PM EDT

Research Reveals Watching Porn Regularly Affects Your Brain Deeply and Causes Addiction

Stress Hormone can Help Fight Heroin Cravings, Study Reports

By Cheri Cheng - Jul 29, 2015 04:19 PM EDT

Cortisol, known as the stress hormone, might be vital in stopping people's addiction to heroin, a new study reported.

Chris Brown And Karrueche Tran Breakup Updates: Rapper Done Chasing His Ex; Likens Relationship To ‘Being Addicted To Crack’

By Maria Slither - Jun 25, 2015 10:58 AM EDT

Chris Brown has finally decided not to chase his ex, Karrueche Tran anymore.

BP Medication Can Treat Alcohol, Drug Addiction

By Peter R - Jun 24, 2015 11:19 AM EDT

Anti-hypertensive medication Isradipine showed promise in rat studies. Clinical trials could commence as the drug is approved by US FDA.

Third of US Adults Face Alcohol Use Disorder: Study

By Peter R - Jun 04, 2015 04:46 PM EDT

The study was carried out by National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism, which called for urgent efforts to educate people about AUD.

Alcohol Consumption in Straight Glasses Can Combat Binge Drinking: Study

By Peter R - May 11, 2015 11:06 AM EDT

Researchers at University of Bristol showed that people drank less out of straight glasses and from glasses which showed them their consumption.

Designer Drug Flakka Gives Addicts Superhuman Strength and Florida Authorities Nightmares

By Peter R - Apr 06, 2015 11:48 AM EDT

Law enforcement authorities in Florida are struggling to contain the Flakka wave in the state.

Alcohol 114-Times Deadlier than Marijuana, Drug Study Reveals

By Peter R - Feb 24, 2015 12:56 PM EST

The new study claims that marijuana was low risk compared to other substances.

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