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.
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.