By Tarun Sai Lomte Reviewed by Susha Cheriyedath, M.Sc. Feb 11 2026 Widely used yet often underestimated, betel nut chewing poses significant health risks, and researchers continue to search for effective prevention and treatment strategies. Review: Understanding betel nut addiction: a review of harmful consequences, underlying neurobiology, and emerging intervention strategies . Image Credit: Radhavar / Shutterstock In a recent study published in the journal  Translational Psychiatry ,