Addiction Center News

Social Media Addiction Lawsuit: Landmark Trial Challenges Platforms Over Child Harm

Author Jessica Sherer Published February 20, 2026

A landmark trial puts social media companies under scrutiny for intentionally designing their platforms to addict children.

Jessica Sherer April 1, 2026

Tiger Woods’ recent crash has brought attention to his past substance abuse and the need for ongoing treatment and support.

Jessica Sherer March 26, 2026

In a landmark social media addiction lawsuit, a jury found Google and Meta liable for causing mental health harms through their platforms.

Jessica Sherer March 13, 2026

Health officials are warning about cychlorphine, an emerging synthetic opioid linked to increasing overdose deaths in the US.

Jessica Sherer March 5, 2026

Britney Spears was arrested late Wednesday night in Southern California on suspicion of driving under the influence.

Jessica Sherer February 19, 2026

Mark Zuckerberg testified Wednesday, denying claims that Meta’s platforms are designed to addict young users and harm their mental health.

Jessica Sherer January 15, 2026

The Trump administration reversed its decision to cut $2 billion in mental health and addiction grants after a wave of bipartisan backlash.

Jessica Sherer December 18, 2025

Reports of Reiner’s early struggles with addiction highlight how adolescent substance use and mental health affect a person’s entire life.

Kristen Fuller, MD December 14, 2025

The SUPPORT for Patients and Communities Reauthorization Act of 2025 authorizes pharmacists to prescribe buprenorphine for opioid treatment.

Jessica Sherer December 4, 2025

‘Scromiting’, an informal term for cannabis hyperemesis syndrome, cases are on the rise in chronic marijuana users.