When to Feel Safe and When to Worry? A Simple Guide to Understanding Teenagers' Use of Social Media
The article discusses the growing concerns around teenagers' usage of social media and its potential dangers, comparing it to the risks associated with alcohol and tobacco addiction.
The discovery of a genetic alteration that predisposes to smoking less opens another avenue for treating smoking addiction
A study has identified rare genetic variants associated with reduced tobacco consumption, presenting new possibilities for smoking cessation treatments.
Jillian Michaels: Big Tech built a digital drug — and our kids are hooked
Jillian Michaels argues that social media companies are creating addictive algorithms that target children, akin to the tobacco industry's past practices.
Neither cigarettes nor vapes: warnings about the risks of a new smokeless tobacco trend
Experts warn about the dangers of nicotine pouches, a new trend in smokeless tobacco consumption among young people.
Study: Ultra-processed food affects the body similarly to cigarettes
A recent study published in the journal 'Milbank Quarterly' reveals that ultra-processed foods are engineered to promote compulsive consumption in ways akin to the tobacco industry.
Scientists: Ultra-processed food should be regulated like cigarettes
Scientists argue that ultra-processed foods pose significant public health risks and should be regulated similarly to tobacco products due to their addictive nature.
Tobacco addiction persists where it does the most harm: mental disorders
Despite a general decline in smoking rates in Spain, tobacco addiction remains a significant issue for individuals with mental health disorders, contributing to a life expectancy gap of up to 20 years due to inadequate treatment in mental health services.