Repairing the Chronic Brain Disease of Addiction
A series of studies look at ways to repair the chronic brain disease of addiction.
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.
CMS “Final Rules” for Mental Health and Substance Use Disorder Coverage Take Effect January 1.
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has issued “final rules” for parity in health insurance coverage for mental health and substance use disorders.
50-Year Review: Addiction As Social Disease
Societal views toward addiction since the start of the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) 50 years ago and the opioid crisis.
Create a “Quit Cannabis” Program Just for You
Cannabis use disorder benefits from CBT and MET therapies, both of which share elements in a universal treatment for addiction.
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.