AddictionNews

Latest developments in causes and treatments

AddictionNews

AddictionNews

substance use disorder

Advances in Epigenetic Editing for Addiction Treatment

Crispr and other technologies are allowing researchers to turn on and off genetic and cellular switches impacting addictive behavior.

A Pathway Out of Addiction?

Could a wearable ultrasound device be a pathway out of addiction, or even a way to prevent it?

Testing Advances on Psychedelic Therapies for Substance Use Disorders

Positive results have caused a surge in clinical trials of psychedelic substances to treat substance use disorders.

San Jose Launches First-In-The-Country Addiction Treatment Program for Teens

The Santa Clara County Valley Medical Center is setting the gold standard in comprehensive care for teens suffering from substance use disorders.

Private Equity Firms Trying to Block Efforts to Make Methadone Easier to Prescribe

Recent reports raise the concern that private equity has taken over addiction treatment and is blocking efforts to broaden care.

Seattle Testing Contingency Management for the Treatment of Substance Use Disorders

A pilot project brings contingency management to the streets of Seattle in an effort to curb overdose deaths.