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Topic: Addict

Why genes are to blame for alcohol addiction

By Ayoki Onyango   2025-10-26 18:56:05

Young adults in their 20s, 30s and early 40s also tend to drink more, possibly because their bodies and immune systems are stronger, whereas older people often limit themselves.

Nacada: Clergy must lead addiction fight

By Pkemoi Ng'enoh   2025-08-31 20:50:49

The director, Fredrick Ngugi, yesterday called on religious leaders to take a leading role in rehabilitating drug addicts across the country.

Nacada: Clergy must lead addiction fight

By Willis Oketch   2025-08-31 20:50:49

The director, Fredrick Ngugi, yesterday called on religious leaders to take a leading role in rehabilitating drug addicts across the country.

The Unseen addictions we often overlook

By Esther Muchene   2025-08-05 10:45:37

When you hear of addiction, rarely does the mind think of emotional addictions. Though less overtly recognised, these are deeply ingrained patterns of thought, feelings and behaviour

New rules proposed to curb gambling addiction

By Josphat Thiongó and Irene Githinji   2025-07-16 20:44:44

The Betting Control and Licensing Board has proposed measures to regulate gambling. They include a mandatory picture of the gambler holding his or her Identity card while registering.

'Between the Bars' exhibition sheds light on mental health, addiction through personal experience

By Anjellah Owino   2025-05-31 12:42:37

The exhibition title itself is inspired by Between the Bars, a haunting song by American singer Elliott Smith, who battled addiction and mental illness.