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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.

The Theory of Rational Addiction in Addiction Recovery

The theory of rational addiction comes from economics but has surprising insights for addiction treatment.

Following the Addiction Treatment Trail in Boston

WBUR in Boston follows a recovering addict through addiction treatment, and we follow along.

Toward a Universal Treatment for Addiction

Combining two recent resources, we attempt to sketch a universal treatment for behavioral disorders and substance use disorders.

Akrasia, Biased Choice, and the Unified Theory of Addiction

In concluding his book, A New Approach to Addiction and Choice, Dr. Reinout W. Wiers stumbles upon the Unified Theory of Addiction.