Is involuntary treatment for addiction ever justified?

In May, Alberta passed the "Compassionate Care Act", a new law giving police, family members, and doctors the right to ...

What is involuntary care? And how does it work in B.C.?

Involuntary care was put in the spotlight last fall during the provincial election campaign when Premier David Eby announced ...
The Rice Thresher

Ask a Rice philosopher: What is addiction?

Today’s questioner asks, “What is addiction? Is it always a problem, or only when it’s harmful things like drugs or alcohol?” ...
Everyday Health on MSN

What Is Sex and Love Addiction?

Sex and love addiction isn’t an official diagnosis, but mental health experts say it can have serious real life consequences.
WHIO

What is addiction, and how can we stop it?

What is addiction, and how can we stop it? The complexities of addiction have stumped scientists for decades. Today, with 48 million Americans over the age of 12 suffering from a substance use ...
Comox Valley Record

'I swore I’d never be that way' - Comox Valley mother reflects her journey with addiction

“I used to go away for treatment, this time around it was, I have family here, I’m always going to come back to the Valley.

What AI Addiction Looks Like in Kids—7 Red Flags Every Parent Should Know

AI chatbots are designed to keep users engaged, and kids are especially vulnerable to their addictive features.