A long-held view is that compulsive behaviors involve individuals getting stuck in a "habit loop" that overrides self-control, but new research in rats from the University of Technology Sydney (UTS) ...

Cats are the ultimate “clean freaks” of the animal kingdom. They come equipped with a sandpaper-like tongue meant to ensure that every inch of their luxurious fur remains spotless. The drive to groom ...

A recent study in rats suggests that compulsive behaviors, such as handwashing and gambling, may be driven by inflammation in the brain rather than habit loops. Researchers found that ...

A study found that excessive screen time is associated with increased manic symptoms in adolescents, especially with social media and video games. The research suggests that instant gratification from ...

Mental health professionals say obsessive-compulsive disorder affects millions and can involve intrusive thoughts, anxiety, ...

Just because someone is hypersexual does not mean he or she has CSB (compulsive sexual behavior). Other problems may result in a person becoming hypersexual. The first thing to keep in mind is that not ...

Editor’s note: Dr. Lee Pickett has retired, but Creators continues to distribute columns from her archive. This one is from 2020. Q: I was recently diagnosed with obsessive-compulsive disorder. I live ...

Social media addiction, characterized by excessive and compulsive use of social media platforms, has become a prevalent issue in today's society. Studies have shown that addictive behaviors related to ...

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Visuals and sounds guide daily choices, but heightened cue sensitivity can distort judgment—especially in anxiety, addiction, ...

Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) can affect children and adults. Obsessive thoughts are difficult to spot, but compulsive behaviors are usually more obvious. OCD often develops between the ages of ...