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NIMHANS model hospital and De-addiction centre in Mysuru: Construction Delayed

The Union Budget of 2026-2027 announced the setting up of another National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro Sciences (NIMHANS) modelled on the existing NIMHANS in Bengaluru. The state government allotted Rs 100 crore to construct the NIMHANS model hospital

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Denial or Defense? The Psychology Behind Why People Justify Addiction

The question of why people keep using drugs even though they know it may be harmful. For instance, someone may promise to quit after a negative experience, but then again find themselves returning to the same behaviour. Substance use is

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The Psychology Of Brotherhood In Addiction Recovery

Addiction is put forth as a personal failure at an individual level. But recovery doesn’t take place in a vacuum. It does in a relationship. For many men, sustainable recovery is not only about insight or abstinence. It is about

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Overcoming Distance: How Telehealth Bridges the Addiction Treatment Gap in Rural Canada 

People in rural Canada frequently travel hours for healthcare. When they need addiction treatment, that distance can feel impossible. Virtual care is removing that barrier by offering professional help at home. This article outlines the rural access problem and the solutions found

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Private Ways to Get Support for Addiction Recovery

Wanting help for addiction can feel heavy. You worry about who will find out. You get anxious about your job. You fear your friends will judge. That fear can keep people stuck. It makes recovery intimidating, even when they just

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What Families Can Expect from Online Intervention Planning for Addiction and Mental Health

Families often know something is wrong long before a loved one is ready for treatment. Online intervention planning offers a structured way to move from worry to action—without blame or pressure. Typically, the process includes a safety check, preparation calls

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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