Addiction

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Tales of Sobriety

When celebrities share their success stories in battling alcohol addiction, the common man too is enthused to follow in their footsteps

12 Jan 2021 6:00 PM

This is a good time to say goodbye to alcohol. (AP)

This is the right time to ban alcohol forever

A country that claims Mahatma Gandhi as the Father of the Nation should relinquish liquor in toto.

21 Apr 2020 11:44 PM

The ease of online shopping will cause financial stress for millions of people, as online retailers increasingly use artificial intelligence (AI) and personalisation to effectively target consumers and prompt them to spend discretionary income that they do not have, the report said.

WHO could identify online shopping as addictive disorder by 2024: Gartner

By 2023, up to 30 per cent of world news and video content will be authenticated to counter deepfake technology, the report said.

05 Nov 2019 1:46 PM

Buddhism scholars argue that majority of mindfulness apps encourage people to cope with and accommodate to society. (Photo: Representational/Pixabay)

Curing anxiety through digital apps causes addiction

Spirituality apps are inducing addiction than relieve stress, scholars argue.

04 Nov 2019 9:54 AM

You're more likely to be addicited to dating apps if you're lonely. (Photo: Representational/Pexels)

Your personality can influence your addiction to dating apps

While dating apps encourage socialising, excessive use can be problematic.

12 Aug 2019 3:43 PM

The 35-year-old Jasbeer Singh is married and has two children. When his family got to know about his suicide attempt, they tied him up with chains. (Photo: ANI)

Family of 35-yr-old man ties him with chains to stop his drug addiction

According to Jasbeer's family, there are more than 40 men in their village taking drugs.

29 Jul 2019 11:40 AM

The terms that most respondents never wanted to be called were 'heroin misuser' and 'heroin-dependent,' and most did not like slang terms such as 'junkie.' (Photo: ANI)

Heroine users don’t like to be termed ‘addicts’

Heroin users don't like to be called addicts: Study.

22 Jul 2019 11:12 AM

The mobile de-addiction centre is treating patients who are addicted to using their smartphones. (Photo: ANI)

In a first, Punjab hospital opens mobile de-addiction centre

The centre is being run by a team of 7 members, including a psychiatrist, 2 pharmacists and 3 councillors.

12 Jul 2019 1:58 PM

Kratom was listed as a cause or contributing factor in the death of four decedents identified by the County Medical Examiner's Office. (Photo: ANI)

Kratom: Herbal supplement not safe to treat pain and addiction

Is herbal supplement, Kratom, safe to treat addiction and pain?

10 Jul 2019 10:03 AM

The team of researchers wanted to see if an alternative message aimed at changing that mindset could affect how people with substance-use problems viewed themselves with regard to addiction. (Photo: ANI)

Classifying addiction as a disease discourages users from seeking help

Message that addiction is a disease makes substance users less likely to seek help.

30 May 2019 11:25 AM

There is a positive relationship between the severity of daily stress, the intensity of Facebook engagement, and the tendency to develop a pathological addiction to the social networking site. (Photo: Representational/Pexels)

Social media addiction can result from stress

Stress leads to pathological Facebook addiction: Study.

29 May 2019 8:00 PM

Adolescent cannabis use is associated with behavioural changes related to reward and motivation in humans. (Photo: Representational/Pexels)

Cannabis can affect your performance at work

Cannabis use linked to cognitive abnormalities, impairments in working memory: study.

27 May 2019 10:59 AM

Habitual coffee drinkers are not just more sensitive to the odour of coffee and faster to identify it, but the more they crave for coffee, the better their ability to smell becomes. (Photo: Representational/Pixabay)

Coffee lovers more sensitive to its odour

Coffee addicts are more sensitive to the smell of coffee.

14 May 2019 5:42 PM

PUBG Mobile is a first person shooter game and does not have a limitation on its play time, which is a major concern, especially for under-aged players such as school and college students.

10 arrested for playing PUBG; company promises time limits for under-aged players

The arrests included six college students.

15 Mar 2019 1:13 PM

Everyone staring for hours at a screen has had some exposure to "captology" -- a word coined by behavioural scientist BJ Fogg to describe the invisible and manipulative way in which technology can persuade and influence those using it.

Technology's battle for our attention

The aim is to expose the user to partner advertisements and better understand his tastes and habits.

07 Mar 2019 11:12 AM

The NCPCR in India went ahead to recommend a ban on the game in India in order to cut down the addiction amongst the youth of today and help them concentrate on studies.

BAN PUBG: After demands for ban in India, PUBG promises new path

PUBG has considered the issue and has issued an official statement to help better the unfortunate situation.

19 Feb 2019 10:23 AM

An opioid overdose epidemic rages in the US, fuelling fears of addiction elsewhere. (Photo: File)

Privileged abuse of opioids

Denial of pain relief to the less developed countries needlessly.

01 Feb 2019 8:43 PM

Clinicians have started recognising compulsive sexual behaviour as a disorder (Photo: AFP)

Sex addiction more common than previously thought with 1 in 10 men struggling with it

Researchers found that number of people unable to control an urge to have sex may be increasing.

11 Nov 2018 6:54 PM

Sex steroids in men suppress the brain’s reward system by increasing risk-taking behaviour (Photo: AFP)

Sex hormone oestrogen makes women more likely to become addicted to cannabis

Even as men are more likely to try it and take heavy doses due to testosterone; cannabis may quickly become a habit in case of women.

30 Oct 2018 1:13 PM

His condition can be compared to game addiction which was recently categorised as a disorder (Photo: AFP)

26-year-old man from Bengaluru found to be suffering from Netflix addiction

Binge watching shows caused disturbance to his sleep patterns along with strain to eyes and fatigue.

09 Oct 2018 7:22 PM

People do just 90 minutes of physical activity a week, which is an hour less than the minimum recommended by health officials. (Photo: Pixabay)

Adults spend 8 times longer watching on-demand TV than exercising, says study

The average person now spends 12 hours a week streaming programmes on platforms such as Netflix.

25 Sep 2018 8:32 AM

She is among four percent of the population who are sex addicts of which a quarter are women (Photo: Pixabay)

Woman addicted to sex spent 7 hours doing intercourse and still wasn't satisfied

She later saw a psychiatrist for depression who changed the combination of her medication after knowing about sex addiction.

30 Aug 2018 3:33 PM

One of the other problems that can stem from incessant use of smartphones to check social media is carpal tunnel syndrome. (Photo: ANI)

Social media addiction can harm your bones, joints

Prolonged use of smartphones can increase neck and upper back pain as well.

16 Aug 2018 6:44 PM

Representational Image. (Photo: Pixabay)

Substance abuse likely to reduce lifespan in teens

Substance-related deaths were the most common, along with traffic-related deaths, suicides and deaths resulting from assaults.

12 Aug 2018 10:54 AM

Having poor looks and being short or bald were the most frequent reasons they put forward, followed by lack of confidence.

Here’s why men end up being single

Findings indicate that most of the men commenting on the thread were not willingly single, but wanted to be in a relationship.

10 Aug 2018 8:38 AM

The answer to quit cocaine is literally in your head! (Photo: Pixabay)

Brain-derived neurotrophic factors reduce cocaine relapse

Addiction researchers are currently studying the function of proteins already present in the brain to find ways to overcome addictions.

04 Aug 2018 5:58 PM

They said it serves the same purpose as alcohol does for drinkers (Photo: AFP)

Experts warn that people may be at risk of getting addicted to sex robots

A leading psychologist said that they could be a way for sex addicts to express compulsion.

17 Jul 2018 8:32 PM

Many excessive gamblers, gamers and sex 'addicts' have psychiatric conditions like anxiety, attention deficit disorder and depression. (Representational Image)

Science Says: What makes something truly addictive

The new "gaming disorder" classification from the World Health Organization revives a debate in the medical community.

22 Jun 2018 6:20 PM

Does opioid use affect treatment for alcohol dependence?

Researchers say individuals who misuse opioids have poorer outcomes in multiple domains.

08 Jun 2018 11:55 AM

Several studies have shown that, in addition to these benefits, aerobic exercise has been effective in preventing the start, increase and relapse of substance use in a number of categories. (Photo: AFP)

Exercise can help treat addiction, says study

It also is linked to numerous mental health benefits, such as reducing stress, anxiety and depression.

29 May 2018 8:32 AM

How using Facebook may help young adults quit smoking, explains this study

Social media environment can be an engaging tobacco treatment tool, even for those not ready to quit.

28 May 2018 9:51 AM

Alcohol is the fifth leading cause of disease and premature death globally. (Photo: Pixabay)

Low strength alcohol could increase consumption

Reducing consumption of alcohol is a public health priority in many countries.

26 Apr 2018 4:04 PM

Alcohol indeed exerts a powerful effect on the organism, even when consumed twice or three times a week in high concentrations. (Photo: Pixabay)

Binge drinking during pregnancy could lead to alcohol abuse in kid

Offspring of binge-drinking mothers were less responsive to natural stimuli.

26 Apr 2018 4:00 PM

Poisonings among kids under six years old surged from 2012 to 2015, when more than 10 children in every 100,000 in the population ingested liquid nicotine, the study found. (Photo: Pixabay)

Vaping tied to higher risk that teens will try marijuana, says study

Teens who use e-cigarettes may be twice as likely to smoke pot as their peers who never try vaping

24 Apr 2018 7:56 AM

Caffeine is believed to boost mood, metabolism and mental and physical performance. (Photo: Pixabay)

Too much caffeine can bring drastic change to health

Too much of caffeine and the addiction to tea or coffee can take an ugly turn and can affect our health drastically.

21 Apr 2018 4:40 PM

The behavioural addiction of smartphone use begins forming neurological connections in the brain in ways similar to how opioid addiction is experienced by people taking Oxycontin for pain relief. (Photo: Pixabay)

Study says smartphone addiction may increase loneliness, anxiety and depression

According to the researchers, we can take charge and train ourselves to be less addicted to our phones and computers.

14 Apr 2018 5:44 PM

Findings challenge the widely held belief that moderate drinking is beneficial to cardiovascular health. (Photo: Pixabay)

Study finds regular alcohol consumption could take years off your life

According to the research, drinking more alcohol is associated with a higher risk of stroke, fatal aneurysm, heart failure and death.

14 Apr 2018 1:20 PM

Is Internet addiction real?

Here is what a new study has found.

02 Apr 2018 12:10 PM

Humans are addicted to continuous social interactions and not to their smartphones. (Photo: Pixabay)

'Hyper social' tendencies behind smartphone addiction

Turning off notifications and setting up appropriate times to check your phone can go a long way to regain control over your addiction.

08 Mar 2018 1:50 PM

The man chopped the hands of his son when he was sleeping because the boy was regularly watching adult films and wasn't listening to him. (Photo: AP)

Hyd: Man chops off teenage son’s hand over porn addiction

The man surrendered to police stating that he had chopped off right hand of his son who works as an assistant at a local cable TV operator.

06 Mar 2018 2:41 PM

Optimal strategies for treating opioid addiction

There is an urgent need for health systems to look at the historical gaps and invest in providing timely and evidence-based treatment.

05 Mar 2018 9:04 PM

These social media platforms have been accused by people from various pockets of being ‘psychologically addictive’. (Representational Image. Source: Pixabay)

Facebook, Google ex-employees urge to stop smartphone addiction among kids

The investors too have joined these people to urge the parents to regulate the use of smartphones by their kids.

06 Feb 2018 3:32 PM

The teenager suffering from pica syndrome was once hospitalised for alcohol poisoning when she drank hand sanitiser (Photo: Pixabay)

Teenager addicted to eating pencils and pens rushed to hospital for lead poisoning

Jade’s mother is scared that her daughter, who also has autism, may choke on such items if left alone.

02 Feb 2018 3:37 PM

According to one of his friends, he had lost sensation completely, and couldn't move at all. (Photo: Pixabay)

Man gets paralysed from waist down after 20-hour internet café binge

Man in China loses body sensation after playing video games for 20 hours, begs friends to keep on playing his unfinished game.

01 Feb 2018 2:24 PM

Researchers declined to categorize e-cigarettes as a positive or negative influence on public health. (Photo: Pixabay)

Vaping may be bad for kids, good for adults: study

Young people are more likely than adults to use e-cigarettes, and substantial evidence was found that vaping increases the risk of smoking.

24 Jan 2018 9:19 AM

His habit may be a result of pica syndrome (Photo: Pixabay)

Jharkhand man aged 100 says he has to eat mud for survival

His family members did try to stop him, but Karu didn’t listen to anyone as eating mud became an addiction.

19 Jan 2018 3:40 PM

The addiction and dependence on smartphones is getting the better of us. (Representational Image. Source: Pixabay)

Smartphones maybe making you antisocial and unhealthy!

Have you ever wondered that using your smartphone maybe making you loose out on a lot?

10 Jan 2018 4:15 PM

A previous attempt to beat gambling addiction with a pill containing a substance similar to naloxone had benefits, but wasn't efficient enough. (Photo: Pixabay)

Scientists test nose spray to kick gambling habit

The spray contains naloxone, an emergency treatment for opiate overdoses.

09 Jan 2018 7:58 AM

Almost 12,000 adolescents were surveyed about their online and social media habits as well as their tobacco use. (Photo: Pixabay)

Click bait ads are tied to teen smoking

Cigarette ads are not allowed on television, but there are far fewer restrictions that would prevent tobacco online.

04 Jan 2018 10:56 AM

Combustible cigarettes are the most harmful form of nicotine delivery. (Photo: Pixabay)

E-cigarettes may help smokers quit: study

This suggests that e-cigarettes might give smokers a suitable alternative to combustible cigarettes.

30 Dec 2017 12:50 PM

Facebook is acknowledging something many already know: Using social media can be bad for your health.

Facebook admits, social media scrolling can make you feel bad

Study shows increase in teen depression with tech use, however it also points out improvements in well-being from social interactions.

16 Dec 2017 9:11 AM

Did you know smartphone addiction is affecting your teen's brain?

Here's what you should be aware of.

03 Dec 2017 3:50 PM

The boy complained of pain over a year back (Photo: YouTube)

1 kg mass of plastic and wood discovered in boy's stomach in Punjab

The boy was moved to the hospital after he lost 15 kg in 7 days due to his addiction to eating wood and plastic.

13 Nov 2017 5:33 PM

The reward center of the brain is much more attuned to the pleasurable effects of alcohol when estrogen levels are elevated. (Photo: Pixabay)

Boozer? High estrogen levels could be to blame

Studies indicate that gender differences in psychiatric disorders, including addiction, are influenced by estrogen

12 Nov 2017 1:29 PM

The rats that had alcohol were three times more likely to be addicted to cocaine (Photo: Pixabay)

Alcohol ups the chances of a person getting addicted to cocaine

Researchers evaluate rats that were given alcohol 10 days prior to having cocaine, those exposed show addictive behaviour.

02 Nov 2017 4:28 PM

The doctor said he can be treated but further delay can cause bigger problems (Photo: AFP)

Doctor who examined Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh says the godman is a sex addict

The Dera Sacha Sauda chief convicted for rape reportedly requested authorieties to let his closest aide Honeypreet to stay with him in jail.

11 Sep 2017 12:27 PM

Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie (Photo: AP)

Unhappy hours

Pouring out another peg may prove to be troublesome in the long run, as actor Brad Pitt has realised.

05 May 2017 12:05 AM

Although withdrawal or 'detox' from opioids is possible during pregnancy, relapse rates are high, posing additional health risks to the mother and infant. (Photo: Pixabay)

Medication treatment offers hope for pregnant women with opioid addiction

In pregnant women with OUD, the MAT approach is used as part of a comprehensive program of obstetric care and behavioural treatment.

15 Apr 2017 5:37 PM

The effect that social media specifically has on brain and concentration is the subject behind more and more discussion.

Why social media is ruining your brain and your career

A recent study has linked social media with issues to do with concentration and attention span, leading to addiction.

23 Nov 2016 12:23 AM

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