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New bill would ban ‘addictive’ tech features like autoplay and infinite scrolling

'Big tech has embraced a business model of addiction.'

On Jul 30, 2019 by Mikael Thalen

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Dank Recovery Memes goes to a dark place where addicts feel seen

This Facebook group is giving recovering addicts a way to laugh at themselves.

On May 13, 2019 by Lindsey Ellefson

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Demi Lovato deactivates Twitter after 21 Savage meme backlash

Many stooped low, using Lovato's past addiction issues to criticize her.

On Feb 4, 2019 by Audra Schroeder

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There’s now rehab for Fortnite addiction

Step away from the 'Fortnite.'

On Dec 9, 2018 by Elizabeth VanMetre

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Addicted to Instagram? An upcoming feature will show you how bad it is

The feature could help reduce phone addiction.

On May 16, 2018 by Phillip Tracy

A New Jersey man was charged with making terroristic threats after he allegedly posted on Facebook about opening fire at a March For Our Lives rally organized after the school shooting in Parkland, Florida.

Study relates Facebook addiction to snorting cocaine

The social network causes your brain to release dopamine.

On Jan 3, 2018 by Phillip Tracy

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Is ‘sex addiction’ a diagnosis made by doctors—or just publicists?

Let's get to the bottom of what 'sex addiction' really is.

On Nov 14, 2017 by Claire Lampen

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Is porn addiction even real?

It's all about terminology.

On Sep 19, 2017 by Claire Lampen

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Sex addiction isn’t real, say sex experts

Leading organization calls for a new way of thinking about unhealthy sex and porn behaviors.

On Dec 13, 2016 by [email protected]

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John Oliver’s breakdown of the U.S. opioid epidemic should be required viewing

More than 2.6 million are addicted to opioids in the U.S.

On Oct 24, 2016 by Michelle Jaworski

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This model’s viral Instagram account has a disturbing secret

For starters, it's fake.

On Oct 6, 2016 by [email protected]

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Utah declares Internet porn ‘a public health crisis,’ citing inconclusive research

How bad is porn, really?

On Apr 19, 2016 by Dell Cameron

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Study finds link between problematic drinking and problematic Facebooking

Are you under the influence?

On Apr 5, 2016 by Molly Stier

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9 ways social media can set back your addiction recovery

Now would be a great time to practice moderation like never before.

On Feb 23, 2016 by Akikur Mohammad

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Who’s really addicting us to technology?

It's time to take a hard look in the mirror.

On Feb 12, 2016 by Nir Eyal