Alcoholism
Living with an alcoholic spouse between shame and isolation
Alcoholism affects all strata of society, including privileged circles where it is subject to deep denial. Within couples, this disease traps partners in silence and isolation. Dr. Laurent Karila highlights the daily occasions that lead to excessive alcohol consumption.
Scientists discover brain circuit driving alcohol addiction relapse
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Researchers at Scripps Research have identified a brain region that becomes hyperactive in rats, linking alcohol to relief from withdrawal stress and promoting relapse. The paraventricular nucleus of the thalamus plays a key role in this negative reinforcement learning. The findings, published on August 5, 2025, could inform treatments for addiction and related disorders.