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alcohol use disorder

Evaluations of the Therapeutic Community in Addiction Treatment

Therapeutic communities or “wellness farms” are in the news. We take a look at their track record.

Understanding GLP-1 Discontinuation Rates

Half of the people who take GLP-1 drugs such as Ozempic quit within the first year. Why?

A Clockwork Ozempic?

A dialogue between Chris Hayes and Nicholas Reville on using GLP1-RA drugs to treat addiction.

The Endocannabinoid System and Addiction

New research looks at developing endocannabinoid receptor agonists for the treatment of obesity, PTSD and drug addiction.

GLP-1 Drugs and Alcohol Use Disorder

A pair of studies point to the same conclusion, that GLP-1 drugs are effective against alcohol use disorder (AUD).

Day One 2025: Accelerating Innovation in Addiction Treatment

The Federation of American Scientists lays out an agenda for accelerating innovation in addiction treatment.