The ketogenic diet significantly improves symptoms in epilepsy, schizophrenia, as well as in alcohol use disorder, opioid use ...

You’ve probably felt it before: that euphoric feeling after biting into one of your favorite foods. Your eyes roll back, you ...

Addictions come in different ways; some are obvious, like overconsuming opioids, some not much, like mindless online ...

Within the brain, chemical neurotransmitters like dopamine and norepinephrine regulate mood, emotions and many physiological and behavioral processes. Their imbalance can contribute to anxiety, ...

The question has generated controversy among scientists. Here’s what we know. By Alice Callahan Over the last decade or so, research has revealed a clear pattern: People tend to overeat ultraprocessed ...

In the past 25 years, and especially since the release of the iPhone in 2005, the world has become hooked on smartphones. No ...

Experts say kids can have screen addiction and even withdrawal symptoms. The good news is they can combat it fairly quickly.

Ever felt that rush of excitement after buying a new top, eating an indulgent slice of cake, or winning a round of Super Mario Bros? That’s dopamine at work. This neurotransmitter plays a key role in ...

Online shopping addiction can lead to feelings of excitement, temporary distraction from negative emotions, and even come ...