We need a new paradigm for addiction that puts psychology first and recognizes its heterogeneity. Only then will we see that ...

Willpower is a popular subject these days. Channel your willpower in all the right ways and you can transform your life. Or so it seems. In an interesting and provocative book, Willpower: ...

One of the dominant ways of thinking about addiction is as a disease. While there is evidence for this approach, it often ...

We all have our little quirks and habits that make us, well, us. But sometimes, those habits sneakily morph into emotional addictions, affecting how we interact with the world. These are the sneaky ...

People who can delay gratification and master their impulses thrive in life. And experts say that you can learn skills to rein in bad habits. By Christina Caron We tend to respect and even idolize ...

Every Monday I drive to St. Mary’s Episcopal Church, pick up prepared sandwiches and deliver them to the HIV Alliance offices. Most of the people receiving the sandwiches there or at needle exchange ...

Having high self-control is often seen as a good thing. It’s believed to be key to success in many aspects of life—whether that’s getting a promotion at work, sticking to your workout regime, or ...