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Everyone is on their phones. But is it really phone addiction we’re experiencing?

There is no standard diagnosis for ‘phone addiction’, and a debate rages about whether there should be. But will medicalizing a behavior help or harm those suffering from it?

The Guardian - US

Drug overdoses can be prevented by treating addiction as a health condition

As 2023 draws to a close, the number of people who died in Cook County from opioid-related causes may fall short of last year’s record — but it will still be more than died in vehicle accidents and homicides combined.

Chicago Sun-Times

America's addiction to awful people

What an interview with the scammer of our times, George Santos, says about America

Salon

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I tried to get over my phone addiction – by spending even more time on it

In week 1 of Rhik Samadder’s detox, he tries aversion therapy. Can he use his phone to such excess it makes him sick of it?

The Guardian - US

Inescapable torment

Society is struggling to fight off the abuse of technology, which has replaced treasured moments with addiction. Find balance and remember your limits to avoid the law of diminishing marginal utility.

The Hindu

McKinsey to Pay Million in Opioid Crisis Settlement

Consulting firm McKinsey agrees to pay million to settle claims related to its role in fueling the opioid addiction crisis, reimbursing insurers and he...

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Consulting firm McKinsey agrees to $78 million settlement with insurers over opioids

Consulting firm McKinsey and Co. has agreed to pay $78 million to settle claims from insurers and health care funds that its marketing work with Purdue Pharma helped fuel an opioid addiction crisis

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Row in France as government reluctant to back dry January

Addiction experts urge state to promote month of abstinence but alcohol lobby says idea is out of step with French culture

The Guardian - UK

Addiction, Jurassic Park and a one-sided Nirvana feud: The story of Tool’s Sober

Tool’s cerebral single earned chart success and launched a career of prog metal trailblazing – despite its video being slammed by Kurt Cobain

Metal Hammer

In 2023 fentanyl overdoses ravaged the U.S. and fueled a new culture war fight

Fentanyl fueled unprecedented carnage with 112,000 fatal overdoses. The nation is increasingly divided over how to respond.

WEKU

Cher files for conservatorship of son Elijah Blue Allman ‘over drug addiction fears’

Cher, 77, says she is concerned Elijah Blue Allman is ‘substantially unable to manage’ his money amid addiction struggles

The Independent UK

I drank to escape loneliness. But it was only when I stopped that I found the love I craved

After years of reliance on alcohol, going sober was terrifying. But losing my addiction has brought unimaginable rewards, says Swedish author Gunnar Ardelius

The Guardian - UK

Veteran Oliver Carlin On A Journey To Help Spread Awareness With His Curative Mushrooms

Carlin's interest in mushrooms sprouted from his quest for holistic health solutions. Inspired by the extensive clinical studies on various mushroom strains, he started researching their benefits to address issues such as depression, PTSD, anxiety and addiction.

International Business Times

Does Medicare cover rehab for drug and alcohol addiction? Yes, and here’s exactly what it will pay for

Substance abuse in older adults is a fast-growing health problem in the U.S., but help is covered.

Fortune

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FDA approves groundbreaking genetic test for opioid use disorder risk

Introducing AVERT-D, the first genetic test approved by the FDA to assess the risk of opioid use disorder. A creative tool in the fight against the epidemic.

MusicRadar

“We are the most difficult simple band. I’ve often heard guys coming up to us saying, ‘You guys are just playing barre chords!’ I am glad you think it is that simple!”– Troy Van Leeuwen on QOTSA's musical illusions and gear secrets

Troy Van Leeuwen checks in from The End Of Nero Tour to talk fuzz favourites, filling in for Dave Navarro in Jane's Addiction, and why no one pedal alone can recreate Queens Of The Stone Age's guitar tone

The Hindu

Researchers patenting new treatment for nicotine addiction

Currently Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT) - nicotine patches or lozenges - relies on providing additional nicotine to the body. A new research turns to nicotine’s oxidative metabolite, cotinine, which may help target both nicotine addiction and detoxification simultaneously.

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FDA approves first genetic test to assess opioid addiction risk

Discover the FDA-approved AVERT-D test that determines the risk of opioid use disorder. Exciting but cautious, this test needs further monitoring and clini...

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FDA approves groundbreaking genetic test to assess opioid addiction risk

Discover the latest medical breakthrough - a genetic test approved by the FDA to assess the risk of opioid use disorder. A creative solution to combat the ...

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‘We need to intervene’: landmark vaping study shows increased uptake among teenagers ahead of reforms

Report authors warn of a ‘small but rapidly closing window’ to prevent teenagers developing nicotine addiction and other health issues

Fortune

‘They see a cash cow’: Officials overseeing billions in opioid settlements are deluged with product offers from companies hoping to cash in

As $50 billion in opioid settlement dollars land in government coffers, a swarm of businesses are positioning themselves to profit from the windfall.

The Conversation

Matthew Perry died of 'acute effects of ketamine' – what you need to know about the drug

Millions of people worldwide were left devastated by the death this year of 54-year-old Matthew Perry, the Friends star famous for bringing wise-cracking Chandler Bing to life. A global superstar, recently sober with an autobiography on the bestseller lists, it looked like his troubled past was behind him. So the…

Newcastle Herald

'If you don't stop, it's over': relationship strife over porn addiction

Addicts will leave a social gathering to get home to watch porn.

The Hindu

Lyricist Karthik Netha is back in form with songs in several upcoming Tamil films

Karthik Netha has overcome addiction and is now writing 150 songs in four years. He has written for upcoming films Fight Club, Kannagi and Saba Nayagan

WEKU

Recovery organizations host roundtable with Kentucky lawmakers ahead of regular session

State lawmakers spoke with members of the Kentucky Association of Independent Recovery Organizations last week to discuss ways to improve addiction treatment policy ahead of the upcoming general legislative session.

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