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The Science of Addiction: How Drugs Hijack the Brain

Addiction doesn’t start as a disease. It begins with a decision — one that gets repeated until something shifts in the brain. Over time, the shift becomes permanent. By then, stopping isn’t just difficult — it feels impossible. Treatment centres

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Practical Tips to Follow When Helping a Loved One Overcome Addiction

Addiction in all forms can do as much damage to the self as it does to friends and family members. Advanced stages could lead to a feeling of isolation and desire to be left alone, compounded by depression and the

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Addiction, Algorithms, and Debt: The Psychology Driving India’s Online Gaming Ban

Behind the flashy screens of Real-Money Games (RMGs) lies a cycle of Compulsive Play, Debt Traps, & Mental Health Fallout. The Government of India has recently imposed a blanket ban on online money games through the Promotion and Regulation of

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Ashwini Vaishnaw Blames Influencer Endorsements for Rising Online Gaming Addiction

On August 21, 2025, Union Electronics & IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw spoke to Moneycontrol, pinpointing celebrity and influencer sponsorships as leading factors luring minors and young adults to addictive online money-gaming. The minister underscored that public ignorance about the risks

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Addiction Psychology and Relapse Prevention: Trauma-Informed Approaches to Substance Use Disorders

Addiction, in psychological terms, is defined as a chronic and relapsing disorder characterised by compulsive substance use and an intense desire to seek drugs, despite the negative consequences. It results in uncontrollable behaviours that can harm health, relationships, and overall

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Psychology Behind Candy Crush Addiction

Picture this: you’re stuck on Level 247 of Candy Crush Saga. You’ve lost your fifth life,  you’re almost there, you feel victory is one swipe away, and yet, again, you’re out of lives. You just need one more life. Then…

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The Psychology Behind Addiction

Addiction is largely unlike any other condition. As well as being a disease of the mind and body, it’s shrouded in unhealthy moral and societal attitudes. There are different types of addiction. Those linked to substance abuse (i.e. alcohol and

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Inside the Rehabilitation Process: Answers to Common Questions About Addiction Recovery

Addiction recovery is a multifaceted, ongoing process that does not end with stopping just substance abuse but works beyond. This is a holistic approach to bringing people back to life. This is an active process to build resilience, find sobriety

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The Psychology Behind Shopping Addiction

A behavioural addiction, shopping addiction is characterised by excessive purchase as a coping mechanism for unpleasant emotions including anxiety and despair. Similar to other behavioural addictions, an addiction to shopping can become a fixation that causes issues in other aspects

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Algorithmic Addiction: Why You Can’t Stop Scrolling

What are the different social media platforms you use? How often do you use them? Do you monitor the amount of time spent on social media? Nowadays, social media become part of our daily lives. The world of likes, comments,