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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.

Behavioral Addictions vs. Substance Addictions: What’s the Difference?

Research increasingly indicates that substance use disorders are actually behavioral disorders.

Surprising Good News in the Battle Against Substance Use Disorders

The Monitoring the Future Survey shows a surprising and steady decline in teenage substance abuse.

Job Loss and Addiction

Two studies, one new and one old, examine the impacts of job loss on substance use disorders.

Senior Citizens and Substance Use Disorders

The Wall Street Journal calls attention to the unique problems of aging addicts in America.