Playing video games is a rite of passage for many adolescents, but for some, it could also be the first step to a gaming ...

Study reveals brain biomarkers linked to decision-making and predict addiction risk in teens playing video games.

A new study has pinpointed brain markers that may predict which teenagers are vulnerable to developing gaming addiction, ...

Playing video games is a rite of passage for many adolescents, but for some, it could also be the first step to a gaming addiction.

New research sheds light on how the brain's prefrontal cortex evaluates whether to persist or quit in uncertain situations.

Dopamine is a powerful signal in the brain, influencing our moods, motivations, movements, and more. The neurotransmitter is ...

Researchers at the Del Monte Institute for Neuroscience at the University of Rochester found that adolescents with more symptoms of gaming addiction showed lower brain activity in the region involved ...

Opioid addicts experienced structural and functional changes in specific regions of their brains, MRI scans show. These ...

People are reporting that their weight-loss medication helps them steer clear of drugs and alcohol. Studies are promising, ...

Dr. Christopher Kahler always wanted a career exploring "how people make meaning out of their lives." He planned to teach ...

Recent research suggests that love, in all its forms, stimulates the reward and addiction to the various brain systems. and ...

People with stress addiction often find it difficult to unwind, even in calm environments. Whether it’s a vacation or a quiet ...