news from Ireland and around the world about addiction treatment - Page 8
5th March 2019
Young adults at risk of developing problems with addiction show key differences in an important region of the brain, according to an international team led by researchers at the University of Cambridge. » read more
27 September 2018
Carney signs package of legislation to combat addiction epidemic » read more
16 August 2018
The opioid epidemic may be a major reason for recent declines in Americans' life expectancy, a new study says. » read more
The rise of esports
Esport has become big business » read more
Chinese gaming restrictions on minors
All-night gaming marathons will soon end for some Chinese children after the internet giant Tencent began limiting daily playing times on its smartphone smash hit King of Glory in order to "ensure children's healthy development". » read more
Technology addiction rehab in the US
Technology addiction rehab in the US » read more
Smartphone addiction in young people
Apple shareholders are asking questions about the potential dangers of Apple products » read more
Addiction Psychiatrist, Adam Winstock talks to the Guardian
Interesting commentary from Dr. Winstock on talking to drug users » read more
Benzodiazepines and antidepressant use in Ireland
Irish Examiner article by Catherine Shanahan » read more
The county with the most people seeking treatment for alcohol abuse? Waterford
Article from the Journal.ie summarising some of the data from the 2012 National Drug Treatment Reporting System » read more