addiction

Federal courtroom interior with judge's bench and juror seats

August 18, 2026

Meta Suit: 29 States Seek $200B Over Instagram, Facebook Addiction Design

A coalition of 29 state attorneys general filed suit against Meta Platforms in federal court in the Northern District of California, alleging that Instagram and Facebook use design patterns that foster compulsive

Health·News·UK

Young Adults Swap Alcohol for Prescription Drugs, Dividing Experts

A growing number of young adults in the UK are reported to be taking prescription drugs instead of alcohol in social settings, a trend that has divided medical and public health experts over its implications and risks. The shift toward

August 18, 2026

Meta Suit: 29 States Seek $200B Over Instagram, Facebook Addiction Design

Policy·Technology

A coalition of 29 state attorneys general filed suit against Meta Platforms in federal court in the Northern District of California, alleging that Instagram

WHO Alarm: 15 Million Teens Using E-Cigarettes as Industry Creates ‘New Wave of Nicotine Addiction’

Health·News

In a first-ever global estimate, the World Health Organization revealed at least 15 million teenagers aged 13-15 are using e-cigarettes, with youth nine times

Bottle of Feel Free Classic herbal supplement by Botanic Tonics, central to ongoing public health discussions over kratom safety, regulation, and consumer awareness.

Food & Drinks·Health

Feel Free Kratom Tonic Facing $8.75M Settlement After Reports of Addiction and Withdrawal

Behind the colorful bottles of Feel Free tonic lies a story of regulatory challenges, addiction concerns, and consumer health impacts. This plant-based drink, marketed for relaxation and focus, contains substances that have

Tejal Somvanshi

August 27, 2025

Health

What Is a Sober Living House and How Does It Work?

Recovering from addiction is a long-term journey, and for many, the transition from intensive treatment back to everyday life can be a major hurdle. This is where sober living houses (SLHs) come

Karmactive Staff

June 12, 2025

Health

How Gut Health Affects Addiction Recovery

The science of addiction is evolving, and emerging research is pointing out that your gut plays an important role in addiction recovery. The gut-brain axis, your body’s internal communication linking the digestive

Karmactive Staff

June 11, 2025