Upon release from state prison in the United States, 68% of criminals are arrested within three years. Addiction is a leading factor in recidivism, with criminal activity producing levels of adrenaline, dopamine and emotional arousal associated with addiction.

The addictive behaviour of eating disorders (EDs) and its link to substance use disorders (SUDs) has been greatly researched over the past decades. This paper compares multiple studies on this subject in order to deepen the understanding of the relationship between EDs and SUDs.

Mobile phones have proven to be accessible and easy to use, combining a range of helpful tools which make life easier and more enjoyable for most. However, some features of mobile phones risk causing dependency. This paper will examine how mental processes – specifically memory, attention span, focus and emotions – are affected by phone dependency through long-term exposure.

Substance abuse is closely linked to criminal behaviour, yet the pathways differ across drugs. This paper reviews how alcohol, methamphetamine and heroin disrupt the brain and shape offending.

Behavioural addictions, like smartphone and social media overuse, show many of the same signs as substance addictions, such as cravings, reward-seeking and loss of control. This paper explores an important question: can social media addiction act as a gateway to substance use disorders in adolescents?