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Addiction isn’t just about brain chemistry – but nor is it just bad choices

Consider someone addicted to alcohol, drugs, or a behaviour like gambling. Why do they continue, even when they say they want to stop? It’s a question that highlights a fundamental disconnect: the gap between intention and action.

The Conversation

Opioid crisis explodes in Ghana as young people fall victim to ‘Red’

An alarming surge in opioid abuse among Ghana’s youth is raising red flags for health authorities, as addiction to these powerful painkillers spirals into a growing public health crisis.

Radio France Internationale

“It was my own personal hell”: the story of Pearl Jam’s most difficult record as it turns 25

The Seattle rockers’ trickiest album was fraught with writer’s block and drug addiction and it’s not one guitarist Stone Gossard is in a hurry to listen to again.

Louder

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How my YouTube addiction supercharged my photography tenfold (and why I don’t plan to stop)

How this unexpected addiction made me a better photographer

Digital Camera World

Overdose deaths in Kentucky dropped by nearly a third last year, Gov. Beshear says

Kentucky is reporting a 30.2% drop in drug overdose deaths in 2024

The Independent UK

Monkey rescued after being found 'stressed' and addicted to marshmallows

A young monkey was rescued from a bird cage after being found “stressed” and with an “addiction to marshmallows”

The National (Scotland)

Teen died of an overdose after UnitedHealthcare denied addiction treatment, heartbroken family says

Exclusive: “UnitedHealthcare’s denial of treatment for this boy was absolutely mind-blowing,” attorney Malcolm B. Futhey III told The Independent

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Here’s what ketamine addiction does to your body

ANALYSIS: Users report shrinking bladders, stomach cramps and anxiety, write Rebecca Harding and Celia Morgan

The Independent UK

From shrinking bladders to severe stomach pain: survey reveals the painful realities of ketamine addiction

Ketamine’s rising popularity has created a paradox. While it’s hailed by some doctors as a breakthrough psychiatric treatment, it’s also driving a surge in addiction and harming people’s health. To better understand people’s experience of ketamine and how it might be best used in medical treatment, we surveyed hundreds of…

The Conversation

RFK Jr. to End 'Godsend' Narcan Program That Helped Reduce Overdose Deaths Despite His Past Heroin Addiction

Despite overcoming heroin addiction himself, RFK Jr. is backing plans to cut a critical Narcan program that helped reduce overdose deaths.

Latin Times

Billy Idol on his first album in over a decade, surviving addiction, the Rock Hall and more

Punk rock icon Billy Idol released his first new album in 11 years on Friday

The Independent UK

RFK Jr. recounts heroin addiction and spiritual awakening, urges focus on prevention and community

U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F

The Independent UK

Voices: Addiction, misinformation and bullying: Why Independent readers want phones banned in classrooms

THE INDEPENDENT DEBATE: With most Independent readers supporting a school smartphone ban, the overwhelming consensus was that phones are too distracting – though many believe deeper issues like parenting, education, and online safety must also be addressed

The Independent UK

‘Like a slap in the face’: Trump officials cut hundreds of millions to combat gun violence and opioid addiction

DoJ told over 350 groups that promised funding would be cut because it ‘no longer effectuates’ department priorities

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Evening Standard

Darren McGarvey says alcohol was once his ‘whole personality’

The author and broadcaster entered rehab after years of addiction that stemmed from anxiety, trauma, and the difficulties of dealing with fame.

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Pete Davidson says he is 'starting fresh' with the removal of his tattoos after addiction struggles

Pete Davidson is "starting fresh" with the removal of his tattoos, which he belives stems from his years as a drug addict.

Android Central

An E Ink phone isn't something you just switch to in one day

Minimalist phones are trending, but don't expect to get one and immediately feel relief from digital addiction.

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RuPaul's Drag Race star The Vivienne kept ketamine struggle secret from family

Chanel Williams, the brother of James Lee Williams -also known by their alter ego The Vivienne - has said the first time they knew of their ketamine addiction was when their family was watching 'RuPaul's Drag Race UK', and James' family did not know they had relapsed until they died…

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Evening Standard

Joe Swash reveals he has shopping addiction fuelled by ADHD

The former EastEnders star recently made the decision to take medication after being diagnosed with the neurological condition

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Billy Idol admits he has 'definitely lived' his 70 years as he reflects on upcoming milestone

Rock star Billy Idol says he has "definitely lived" his 70 years as he reflects on the upcoming milestone.

The Independent UK

Drag Race UK star The Vivienne kept ketamine addiction secret ‘to protect family’

James Lee Williams died in January of a cardiac arrest

The Guardian - UK

Swedish punks Viagra Boys: ‘It’s freeing for people to see a dude let his gut hang out’

They’ve hauled themselves from the toilet circuit to arenas, as frontman Sebastian Murphy has got over drug addiction – but, he says, they’re still letting their freak flag fly

The Independent UK

‘My son killed himself after ketamine ruined his life – how many lives will this drug destroy?’

Barney Casserly took his life aged 21 as he struggled with a ketamine addiction which left him using the toilet 20 times a night due to irreversible bladder damage

The Independent UK

Billy Idol: ‘I’m the sexy sexagenarian. Then I’m gonna be the sexy septuagenarian, ha ha!’

THE SATURDAY INTERVIEW: The punk rocker who broke America with ‘White Wedding’ looks back on the ‘unhinged’ time of free love and sex before Aids, legging it from rehab back to crack addiction, and making his starry new album. And, finds Craig McLean, he also has a sensitive side...

Player One

Is Gaming Addiction Real? Here's the Most Addictive Game Genres and Who's Most at Risk

Video game addiction is surging globally as 3.4 billion gamers drive concerns over mental health, excessive playtime, and the rise of mobile gaming habits.

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