addiction

Impulsive personality linked to food addiction

Posted in Medicine on 26th Jan, 2014
by Alex Muller

The same kinds of impulsive behavior that lead some people to abuse alcohol and other drugs may also be an important contributor to an unhealthy relationship with food.

Region of brain responsible for nicotine withdrawal symptoms identified

Posted in Medicine on 16th Nov, 2013
by Alex Muller

UMMS neuroscientist points at new target to help smokers quit.

Magnetic fields 'help smokers quit'

Posted in Medicine on 14th Nov, 2013
by Alex Muller

Using magnetic fields to alter brain activity may help some people quit smoking, according to an early study.