Scientists examined whether oxytocin, also known as the love hormone, could be a viable treatment for alcohol use disorder.
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Atlanta May Soon Ban Smoking In Public Places
Atlanta already passed a smoking ban for outdoor parks in 2012.
John Oliver Takes On Sackler Family, Opioid Epidemic
“Last Week Tonight” tackled the opioid epidemic again—this time putting the spotlight on the Sackler family members who have reportedly played a role in it.
NYC Bill Aims To End Marijuana Testing Of Job Applicants
The bill is one of several efforts being made to reform marijuana policy while progress has stalled on legalizing it statewide.
Legal Battle Over Safe Injection Site Could Be Game Changer For US
Safehouse is engaged in a historic legal battle with the government over their attempt at opening the country’s first safe injection site.
Artie Lange "Doing Well" In Recovery, Working On Court-Ordered Community Service
One of Lange’s close friends released a video of the comedian participating in his court-ordered community service.
"Miles Davis: Birth of the Cool" Connects Jim Crow Oppression to Davis' Heroin Addiction
Miles Davis’ heroin addiction and alcoholism are all well known and well documented. However, Nelson frames this period as resulting from Davis’ return to a reality in which he was not wanted but his music was.
Ketamine's Effect On Depression Examined
A new study offers a better understanding of the way ketamine helps lift depression symptoms.
Joe Biden: '80s Anti-Drug Bills Were "Big Mistake"
“The big mistake was us buying into the idea that crack cocaine was different from the powder cocaine, and having penalties… it should be eliminated,” said Biden.
Kratom-Related Deaths Analyzed By The CDC
The herbal supplement has been targeted as a “drug of concern” by the FDA and DEA.