Addiction, emotional distress, dread of dull tasks: AI models seem to increasingly behave as though they’re sentient, worrying study shows

When AI models were given disphoric stimuli and asked about outlook for the future, the response was "grim." The smarter the model, the sadder they seem.
Psychology Today

The Slippery Slope From Preaddiction to Addiction

Is preaddiction real? If so, what is it? Preaddiction proposes that some addiction-related changes emerge before full ...
Medical Xpress

How dopamine modulates brain circuits of motivation in a behavioral addiction model

Researchers at Kanazawa University identified dopamine-driven neural mechanisms of motivation in a mouse model of behavioral addiction, offering insights into treatment. Assistant Professor Naoya ...

SafeSpace Global Announces Launch of New Addiction Treatment Vertical, Supported by Signed Master Services Agreement and Conditional $2 Million Funding Commitment

Scott M. Boruff, CEO of SafeSpace Global, stated: “Addiction Treatment environments have unique physical safety and accountability needs. By launching a dedicated vertical and partnering with ...