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Adolescents with an internet addiction undergo changes in the brain that could lead to additional addictive behavior and tendencies, finds a new study. Adolescents with an internet addiction undergo ...

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A new study published in European Neuropsychopharmacology suggests that semaglutide, a drug already used to treat type 2 diabetes and obesity, may also help reduce cocaine use, drug-seeking behavior, ...

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If you or someone you know is in crisis, contact the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline via call, text or chat. A new study finds that addiction to social media, mobile phones and video games is linked to ...