Improving Physician Education on Addiction Assessment and Treatment
Dr. Cara Poland is on a mission to improve physician education and training in recognizing and treating substance use disorders.
What Is Akrasia and How Does It Impact Drug Addiction?
Dr. Dan Ariely, a psychologist and behavioral economist practicing behavioral medicine at Duke University, talks about akrasia and drug addiction.
The Gold Standard for Addiction Treatment
Mark S. Gold, M.D., a pioneer in medicine-assisted therapy and a legend in addiction treatment, offers a prescription for America’s opioid epidemic.
Drug Addiction Leads to Loneliness but Does Loneliness Lead to Drug Addiction?
Does loneliness lead to drug addiction? A recent article tries to make that case, and we investigate the science behind it.
The World’s Worst New Idea: A Vape Pen Gambling Device
Doctors concerned about nicotine addiction are calling attention to vaping cartridges that include new gambling and gaming features.
Sex and Gender Differences in Addiction and Addiction Treatment
A new study finally finds a source for some of the sex and gender differences in addiction and addiction treatment.