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 ...

Many addictive behaviors are initiated in adolescence. During this developmental period, the brain is maturing through myelination, which is posited to continue until the age of 25 (Arian et al., 2013 ...

While many people binge-watch their favorite shows, binge-watching addiction is associated with loneliness, according to a ...

Researchers report that cocaine addiction disrupts the dopamine neurons that govern how we perceive and learn from rewards. Though people with cocaine addiction have similar expectations of rewards ...

While many people binge-watch their favorite shows, binge-watching addiction is associated with loneliness, according to a ...

Tampa (BLOOM) – Welcome to a profound journey—one that requires immense strength, resilience, and unwavering love. Navigating a relationship with a drug addict is a challenging and emotional ...

Drugs. Alcohol. TikTok. Internet games. Sex. An Ex. Chocolate. Slot machines. Shopping. Can these stimuli be addictive? The idea of being addicted to a process or behavior is very controversial.

Could a craving for salty chips actually be a sign of addiction? A new study from the University of Michigan suggests that could be the case. Researchers reviewed 281 studies from 36 different ...