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UK Makes Social Media Addiction Official

By Valerie Tejeda

"Likes" and "retweets" can provide an addictive dopamine rush, say researchers. MORE  

TripSit: A Social Network for Drug Users

By Bryan Le

The founders of the controversial anonymous community tell The Fix that they save lives by helping people to use drugs safely. MORE  

In China, Drugs Are Just a Click Away

By McCarton Ackerman

YouTube and Facebook are banned in China, but sites peddling illegal drugs are thriving. MORE  

Cop Posts His "Drunk" Joyride on Facebook

By Bryan Le

In a public video, the cop boasts of being drunk and hitting 100 mph speeds in a packed Lamborghini. MORE  

Facebook Addiction May Cause Psychosis

By McCarton Ackerman

Excessive social networking can lead to delusions, anxiety and confusion, a study finds. MORE  

Facebook: Now Liking Booze

By McCarton Ackerman

A new feature will allow social networkers to send each other bottles of wine.  MORE  

Morning Roundup: October 10, 2012

By Chrisanne Grise

Social media "more tempting" than sex or cigarettes, the FDA wants to reargue cigarette warning label rules, and Russell Brand celebrates 10 years sober. MORE  

My Normie Wife

By Nic Sheff

I’m a former meth head who hustled to support his habit. My wife’s history is completely pristine. And that’s a good thing. After all, one person like me in a marriage is plenty. MORE  

Morning Roundup: September 11, 2012

By May Wilkerson

Former Mexican liaison to the US charged with cartel involvement, UK heroin users face anthrax threat, and new Mark Ruffalo film explores sex addiction and recovery. MORE  

Gov. Anti-Suicide Plan Relies on Facebook

By Chrisanne Grise

In Suicide Prevention Week, the US government launches a strategy with an extra focus on teens and veterans. MORE  

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