This week, The WAGER reviews a study that tested whether deep brain stimulation of the subthalamic nucleus in rats changes their performance on a test of decision-making skills designed for rats - the rat Gambling Task. Read more →
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STASH, Vol. 14(4) - Marijuana use and perceptions among 12th graders in response to legalization
This week, STASH reviews a study by Aaron Sarvet and colleagues that explores how perceptions and use of marijuana among 12th-graders have evolved over the past two decades. Read more →
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Tuesday, April 10, 2018
ASHES, Vol.14(4) - The magic of marketing: Brand identity and smoking behavior
This week, ASHES reviews a study that tested whether standardizing tobacco packaging is related to reduced smoking and brand identification. Read more →
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Tuesday, April 03, 2018
The DRAM, Vol. 14(4) - Pain, emotional responses, and alcohol-seeking
This week, the DRAM reviews a study by Dezarie Moskal and colleagues that explores how emotions might influence the relation between pain and alcohol-seeking cognitions. Read more →
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Addiction & the Humanities - Are video games normalizing addictive behaviors?Video games often contain ‘adult’ content that may not be appropriate for younger players, such as gambling and alcohol, tobacco, and other substance use. Addiction & the Humanities explores the pervasiveness and portrayal of these themes within video games and discusses the implications they may have on stakeholders and consumers – including children and adolescents.
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Addiction & the Humanities - The portrayal of Gambling Disorder in Uncut GemsThis week, Addiction & the Humanities looks at a portrayal of Gambling Disorder in Uncut Gems, a film that depicts the story of a New York City jewelry dealer who continues to gamble despite his increasing debt.
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Addiction & the Humanities - Does Netflix have a smoking problem?Depictions of tobacco use are on the rise in programming found on streaming platforms. This week, Addiction & the Humanities investigates smoking imagery in popular shows that attract young viewers, such as Netflix’s Stranger Things.