Contingency Management: Good Medicine That’s Hard to Swallow
Contingency management — the practice of paying small rewards for performance — is generating big rewards for recovery programs.
Liraglutide and Semaglutide Show Promise in the Treatment of Opioid Use Disorder and Alcohol Use Disorder
New research indicates that liraglutide, semaglutide, and similar GLP-1 drugs may be effective at reducing cravings for opioids and alcohol.
The Effectiveness of Internet-Based Treatments for Gambling Disorders
Internet-based treatments for gambling disorders are surprisingly effective. Third post in a series.
Are There Any Effective Treatments for Gambling Disorder?
What does the scientific literature say about treatments for gambling disorder?
The Shifting Definitions of Sobriety and Recovery
The connection between sobriety and abstinence has taken new directions.
What Does Recovery From Addiction Look Like?
Everyone wants to recover from addiction but no one is sure what recovery means.