Addiction and attachment trauma: why the bond matters in care
Understanding the possible link between addiction, attachment trauma and emotional regulation, with a nuanced approach, without shortcuts or promises.
Read the articleArticles and Reflections
Resources and reflections on addictology, addictions and the path to well-being.
What is an addiction specialist?
A clear definition of the addiction specialist: role, training, differences with psychiatrists and psychologists, and pointers on when to seek help.
Read the articleOnline addiction specialist for expats: remote consultations
Expat looking for a French-speaking addiction specialist online? Framework, process, possible reimbursement and limits of remote consultation.
Read the articleHow do you know if alcohol is taking up too much space in your life?
Concrete markers to recognise when alcohol use is becoming invasive, understand the warning signs and know when to ask for help.
Read the articleCocaine: when pleasure becomes a neurological prison
Cocaine: when pleasure becomes a neurological prison Picture a party with friends, a promotion celebrated at the office, a weekend in Paris to unwind. For many, cocaine has slipped into these moments like an ordinary, almost harmless accessory. It is no longer the drug of 1980s films reserved for rock stars and billionaires. In 2023, […]
Read the articleNitrous oxide: understanding the addiction, the neurological dangers and the new 2026 law
The recreational misuse of nitrous oxide, often called « laughing gas », has become a major public health problem in France within just a few years. Initially used in medicine for its anaesthetic properties or in the kitchen for whipped-cream siphons, this gas is now consumed recreationally, particularly among young people. Since February 2026, France has taken […]
Read the articleScreens: why do our brains get hooked?
The screens in our lives are now part of everyday routine. Smartphones, social media, video games and streaming platforms occupy a significant place in our lives. Many people have already felt that strange sensation: wanting to put the phone down but ending up scrolling for long minutes, sometimes even hours. Why are screens so hard […]
Read the articleYou are not alone. Let's take the first step together.
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