Have you ever wondered why love feels like a high-stakes emotional rollercoaster? Recent neuroimaging research has finally mapped the "chemistry of attraction." By analyzing brain scans of young couples in the early, intense stages of romance, scientists have unlocked the secret behind the overwhelming feelings of euphoria, obsession, and deep attachment.


Brain Scans of Young Lovers Reveal What Happens in Love 

On Gravitas plus this week, we uncover the dark side of online gambling. From lives lost to mounting debts and shattered families, we uncover the real stories of addiction, mental trauma and legal chaos.

India’s online gambling crisis: Borrowed money, mounting losses

The famous Bulgarian mystic had the unique, presentiment-like ability to foresee the actual unfolding of events in the world. There is one prophecy among her chillingly plausible predictions about smartphones that has come eerily true.

Baba Vanga's prediction about this device is leading to major health risks among adults and children

In a drug treatment centre in a wooden stilt house deep in the Thai jungle, young refugees from Myanmar wait patiently for the prick of an acupuncture needle. Watch this report for more details!

Myanmar Refugees Battle Trauma And Addiction

According to a report in The Times, one of the world's most expensive rehabs is now offering solutions and treatment for those who spend prolonged screen time. It makes sure that the guests are provided premium services and their screen time is significantly diminished. Nestled in a Swiss village, the rehab clinic also known for providing treatment for drug addiction, anxiety and eating disorders also acts as a perfect retreat.

Rehab Clinic Offers Expensive Cure For Mobile Phone Addicts

A man from Montreal, Canada, is filing a lawsuit against social networking platforms YouTube, Facebook, Reddit, Instagram, and TikTok claiming that they cause addiction and have a negative impact on mental health, as per CTV News.

Canada man sues social networking sites Meta, TikTok, and Reddit for being addictive

While dating apps have become commonplace, concerns about their excessive use have arisen amid their widespread popularity. Tinder, a widely used app, exemplifies this trend and recent reports shed light on the potential for addiction.

Man’s addiction to Tinder, other dating apps leads to disorder, seeks therapy

A prescription drug commonly called "gas station heroin" is causing concern in the United States with the Food and Drug Administration putting fresh focus on the issue.

‘Gas station heroin’ comes into renewed focus after USFDA warning

Doctors have revealed that smokers trying to quit have over double the chance of success when using a pill that reduces nicotine cravings. This medication, cytisine, derived from laburnum seeds, could be a pivotal tool in helping people to overcome smoking addiction.

Cytisine pill proves effective against smoking addiction, gains approval in UK

Argentina will weaken its peso over 50% to 800 per dollar, cut energy subsidies, and cancel tenders of public works, new Economy Minister Luis Caputo said on Tuesday, as part of economic shock therapy aimed at fixing the country's worst crisis in decades.

Argentina devalues peso, cuts spending to treat fiscal deficit 'addiction'

Milk teas, which include bubble tea and the much-loved Indian masala (spiced) tea, have taken the beverage scene in China and other Asian regions by storm in recent years.

Sippin' blues: Study suggests your go-to milk tea could be the cause of your depression

Vape addiction is a serious worry despite the fact that vaping is prohibited or regulated in 35 countries worldwide. This year, there have been numerous searches to seize electronic cigarettes in the financial hub of India.

India: Multiple raids at small cigarette shops across Mumbai

For a large number of people cold coffee has always meant a thick, frothy beverage that is anything but light. However, 'cold brew' can give you the same chilled goodness without the heavy additions. Here is a quick guide on what it is and how to easily have it.

A cold coffee without milk and sugar? Try cold brew

The case of a 13-year-old girl in China who stole $64,000 from her mother and spent $449,500 on app games in just four months has generated a lot of buzz on social media.

This Chinese teen spent her family's life savings of $64,000 on mobile games. Know what happened

A report has highlighted that Israel suffers from a serious opioid problem, which might turn into an epidemic, The Times Of Israel reported. The report published by the Taub Center for Social Policy Studies noted that Israel led the world per capita in prescriptions for potent and addictive drugs in 2020.

Israel has a serious opioid problem, stares at addiction epidemic, reveals report

E-cigarette maker Juul Labs Inc has agreed to pay $462 million to settle claims by six U.S. states including New York and California that it unlawfully marketed its addictive products to minors, the states announced on Wednesday (April 12).

US: Juul to pay $462 million to six states over youth e-cigarettes addiction claims

India and US have joined hands to tackle the menacing fentanyl crisis by increasing efforts to foil attempts of its supply at borders and cracking down on its networking, PTI news agency reported quoting a top health official in the Joe Biden administration.

US seeks India’s assistance in tackling fentanyl menace with multi-pronged strategy

A UK man who tampered with a motor vehicle, was in possession of marijuana, and a knife in a public place was given a nine-month prison sentence. Pennington resident Paul Priestley was arrested on March 27 after being recorded on CCTV trying to open a car door in Peterborough.

'Addicted to car handles': UK man with bizarre obsession jailed, banned from touching vehicles for 5 years

The COVID-19 pandemic and the unrest in the bitcoin market have led to a trading frenzy in digital currencies. Luxury rehab centres are already proliferating everywhere, promising to treat "crypto addiction.

Treatment for 'crypto addiction': Upscale rehab centres now offer therapy

Continent-wide data on sports betting is not readily available, but snapshots from different countries show its growing popularity. Online gaming platforms have enjoyed recent growth, driven by the widening adoption of mobile payments and pandemic-era demand for digital entertainment. Much of the betting focuses on soccer games in europe. Critics warn that sports betting in africa is underpinned by widespread poverty, unemployment, and poor or non-existent regulation. However, the craze will not fade anytime soon. Our world of africa special report this week examines why the gambling euphoria has turned into a huge scourge in the continent.

World of Africa: Gambling addiction turns problematic

Social media addiction is becoming more commonplace. Teenagers are among the biggest consumers of social media. According to a new study, primary school children are losing one full night's sleep a week because they stay up late on social media sites.

Tech Talk: Social media platforms impacting children's health

A recent study published in the Journal of Psychology of Addictive Behaviors found that children who have parents struggling with alcoholism are more likely to show symptoms of food addiction.

Children with alcoholic parents likely to show food addiction: Study

According to a new study, more people are becoming addicted to weed due to the high concentration of tetrahydrocannabinol or THC—the part of the marijuana plant that gives you high.

Highly potent marijuana creating addicts worldwide, says study

If you are a parent, you would understand how difficult it is to protect your child in a digital world. Social Media addiction is becoming more commonplace now, teenagers are among the biggest consumers of social media while it is also consuming them, however, if you live in California there is help at hand.

Social media addiction in Children: Who is responsible?

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