addiction
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Scientists have long been sounding the alarm, warning that cell phone addiction is associated with shortened attention spans, sleep problems and anxiety.
From Barron's • Apr. 22, 2026
Many tumors exhibit what scientists call "glutamine addiction," meaning they depend heavily on this nutrient.
From Science Daily • Apr. 20, 2026
Kershaw, who had a take home pay of £1,400 a month, claimed to have a "compulsive shopping addiction", and give money to beggars, as well as pay household bills.
From BBC • Apr. 20, 2026
“You can get that dopamine hit so much quicker and so much more often,” said Fields, who specializes in addiction psychology and biology.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 17, 2026
It’s not the same thing as religion being true—that is a different question—but more speaks to the value of providing something people truly believe, at least in the case of addiction.
From "A Deadly Wandering: A Mystery, a Landmark Investigation, and the Astonishing Science of Attention in the Digital Age" by Matt Richtel
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