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.
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.