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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.

New Homelessness Report Mysteriously Silent on Substance Use Disorders

HUD annual report shows a sharp rise in homelessness but says little about causes and cures.

Dysbiosis and Addiction, Cause and Effect?

Despite the absence of a large body of evidence about the gut bugs’ behavior, there is suspicion that some might facilitate/cause addiction.

THC to Pass Alcohol to Become America’s Drug of Choice

New research shows that daily use of THC products will soon surpass the daily use of alcohol products among Americans.