First, Do No Harm. Second… Do Nothing?
Many doctors are reluctant to address substance use disorders with patients. A doctor shortage makes the situation worse.
The Number One Drug of Abuse
Anybody who is old enough according to the law in any given state can walk into a grocery store and buy copious amounts of the most prevalent drug of abuse.
The Theory of Rational Addiction in Addiction Recovery
The theory of rational addiction comes from economics but has surprising insights for addiction treatment.
Exploring Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome
The New York Times has published an explosive new piece on Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome, or CHS.
Fighting Back Against the Stigma of Substance Use Disorders
The Shatterproof Addiction Stigma Index and other recent surveys shine a light on the stigma of substance use disorders.
Why We Need Medication-Assisted Addiction Treatment
Adopting evidence-based treatment is essential to tackling the overdose crisis. Bias and stigma in this area can lead to unnecessary deaths.