addiction
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From one angle or another, I’ve been writing about the intersection of homelessness, mental illness and addiction for a couple of decades, and I still have a lot to learn.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 6, 2026
On the planned casino, Park has voiced strong opposition to the project, citing concerns over the effect that the casino could have on local communities, such as increasing gambling addiction.
From Salon • Jun. 4, 2026
The findings suggest that GLP-1 medications may act on a shared biological pathway underlying multiple forms of addiction.
From Science Daily • Jun. 3, 2026
The colourfully lit machines, often seen drawing people like moths to a flame, have come under regulatory scrutiny this month, as officials raised addiction concerns over the seemingly harmless games.
From Barron's • May 31, 2026
He was certain that she went to her grave worried about his addiction to compilation meat dishes.
From "Counting by 7s" by Holly Goldberg Sloan
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