Sucht. Gehirn. Gesellschaft

Addictive behavior and the consumption of substances that induce mental changes have always been a human phenomenon and a part of every culture. Tobacco, alcohol, medications, and illegal drugs, as well as excessive behavior in gambling, internet use, at work, shopping, or sex, are examples of addiction and dependency. Loss of control and increasing consumption are not marginal phenomena: In Germany alone, about 6 million people suffer from addiction disorders, along with their physical and mental consequences and dysfunctions. However, outside the realm of experts, there is too little awareness of the subsequent problems associated with psychotropic substances. "Addiction, Brain, Society" presents - at the intersection of brain research and society - comprehensive knowledge about the most important substances and addictive agents, as well as addictive behaviors and their prevalence.