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Joana Teixeira

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Substance use and emerging digital risks in Portugal

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Latest: Alcohol dependency rates quadruple in Portugal

Data from the Institute for Addictive Behaviors and Dependencies (ICAD) reveals contrasting trends in substance use within Portugal. One report indicates that alcohol dependency has nearly quadrupled over the last decade

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Gambling addiction rise in Portugal

2 clusters · 3 sources · last updated

Latest: Lisbon gambling addiction unit treats 50 patients in first three months

Portugal has seen a significant rise in gambling addiction, with the number of individuals seeking treatment increasing from 358 in 2023 to 782 in 2025, a 118% increase. To address this growing issue, the Lisbon Gambli