As a psychologist and author specializing in the application of empirical research to clinical work, I am fascinated by the ways behavior research can be applied to understanding human psychology. I ...

A neuroscientist explains how highly processed foods may be key to “food addiction.” She also reveals some solutions ...

University of Iowa researchers have discovered a new form of neurotransmission that influences the long-lasting memory created by addictive drugs, like cocaine and opioids, and the subsequent craving ...

Sex addiction is not a real addiction in the way drug and alcohol addictions are. Compulsive sexual behavior is a preoccupation with sexual thoughts, urges, and behaviors that disrupt daily life. To ...

Research finds that people with substance-use problems who read a message describing addiction as a disease are less likely to report wanting to engage in effective therapies, compared to those who ...

Many people spend hours on the internet every week – but some people can’t pull away. For individuals with internet addiction, there’s a type of short-term therapy that can be an effective treatment, ...

Germany: Higher Dermatology Life Quality Index (DLQI) scores were positively correlated with addictive behaviors, suggesting ...