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New York's Hochul proposes stricter youth online gambling rules

New York plans to enhance online gambling oversight to protect youth and prevent addiction.

fromwww.npr.org

GLP-1s have transformed weight loss and diabetes. Is addiction next?

GLP-1 drugs reduce substance misuse risk by 15-20% and lower overdose, hospitalization, and death rates in people with addiction history.

Public health

fromBoston.com

2 months ago

Massachusetts earns a D in new online gambling rankings

New England states received failing grades for online gambling protections due to loose regulations, absent mandatory loss limits, and insufficient addiction safeguards despite legalization generating substantial tax revenue.

Medicine

fromwww.scientificamerican.com

2 months ago

Can GLP-1 drugs treat addiction? A new study hints at their potential

GLP-1 medications reduce risk of all substance use disorders including alcohol, nicotine, cannabis, opioids, and cocaine, while decreasing drug-related overdoses and deaths.

Mental health

fromPsychology Today

3 months ago

Positive Childhood Experiences for Addiction Prevention

Positive childhood experiences promote healthier adult outcomes, independently and by buffering adversity, reducing risk behaviors and supporting resilience and addiction prevention.