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Addictive Behaviors

It's not just alcohol and drugs that people get addicted to. We now know that many different behaviors can be addictive.
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Addictive Behaviors -- From Socially Acceptable to Deviant Behavior

Addictive behaviors range from socially acceptable to socially deviant behavior, with a large grey area of socially problematic or somewhat stigmatized behavior.

What Is Peer Pressure?

Peer pressure is a term used to describe the way that people of the same social group -- peers -- can influence on another, often in negative ways.

What Are Set and Setting?

Definition of the terms set and setting as used in addiction research.

How the Movies Influenced American Drinking Culture

Historical paper by Addiction expert Robin Room, explaining how the movies influenced drinking culture in the early 20th century.

The Relationship Between Culture, Drugs and Unsafe Sex

Addictions expert Tim Rhodes explores the relationship between culture, drugs and unsafe sex.

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