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New Documentary on Addiction Treatment Fraud Wins at SXSW

The documentary, “Shuffle,” follows three patients through three years of addiction treatment in Florida.

Deep Brain Stimulation for Addiction Treatment

Two hospitals in England are teaming up to test the Brain-PACER deep brain stimulation treatment for substance use disorders.

Breaking the Addiction to Xanax and Other Benzodiazepines

The Wall Street Journal goes beyond the warning label to examine the problems caused by benzodiazepine dependence.

The Digital Revolution in Addiction Treatment, Part 2

The smartphone has revolutionized addiction treatment for substance use disorders and behavioral disorders.

The Digital Revolution in Addiction Treatment, Part 1

The smartphone is revolutionizing addiction treatment, starting with screening and referral.

Good Grief, It’s More Stinking Thinking

Telling yourself “I’m not really hooked, I know when it’s time to quit, and I have the willpower to do it” is a prime example.