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Steve O'Keefe

Evaluating Medicaid Section 115 Waivers

A surprising new evaluation of Medicaid section 1115 waivers making it easier to prescribe opioid agonist therapies.

Treatment for Opioid Use Disorder Dramatically Reduces Suicide Rate

A new study from Scotland shows opioid agonist therapy cuts the suicide rate by two-thirds.

Repairing the Chronic Brain Disease of Addiction

A series of studies look at ways to repair the chronic brain disease of addiction.

Wearable Technology and Addiction Recovery

A new study combines brain scans, wearable technology, and smartphone apps to track sleep, stress, and exercise.

Canada Debates Involuntary Treatment for Substance Use Disorders

Despite warnings from the scientific community, provinces in Canada are determined to expand involuntary treatment for substance use disorders.

Breakthroughs in Focused Ultrasound As Addiction Treatment

The Wall Street Journal takes a close look at how focused ultrasound is being used to treat addiction.