High-Potency and Synthetic Marijuana Can Harm Developing Embryo’s Brain
High-potency marijuana, and the synthetic form of the drug, known as “K2” or “Spice,” can harm a developing embryo’s brain, a new study concludes.
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Research Shows Benefits of Combining Treatments for PTSD and Substance Abuse
A new study shows people who are treated for both post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and substance abuse have improved PTSD symptoms, without an increase in severity of substance dependence.
Significant Prenatal Alcohol Exposure Can Lead to Growth Restrictions Up To Age 9
Prenatal alcohol exposure can affect a child’s growth up until age 9, a new study finds.
Addiction to Heroin and Morphine Can be Blocked, Rodent Study Suggests
Addiction to heroin and morphine can be blocked, suggests a new study conducted in rodents. The study revealed a key mechanism in the immune system that amplifies addiction to opioids.
Bonuses for Therapists Increase Thoroughness of Teen Substance Abuse Treatment
Therapists who treat adolescents for drug and alcohol abuse deliver more complete treatment when they are offered monetary rewards based on the quality and quantity of care they deliver, suggests a new study.
Study Finds Secondhand Smoke Has Effect on the Body, Even Outdoors
Nonsmokers who breathe in secondhand smoke outdoors have elevated levels of tobacco-related chemicals in their body, according to a new study. The researchers say their findings suggest this smoke exposure may increase risks of health effects associated with cancer-causing agents in tobacco.
Two-Drug Combination Could Help Treat Cocaine Addiction, Rodent Study Suggests
A combination of the drugs naltrexone and buprenorphine might be an effective treatment for cocaine addiction, a study in rats suggests.
Mixing Energy Drinks With Alcohol Can Lead to Risky Sex for College Students
Combining caffeinated energy drinks with alcohol can lead to risky sex for college students, new research suggests.
Residential Rehab Only Helpful in the Short Term for Meth Users, Study Finds
Community-based residential rehabilitation programs are only helpful in the short term for methamphetamine users, a new study suggests. Shorter detoxification programs are even less successful, Reuters reports.
Retiring Olympic Athletes May be at Risk of Substance Abuse, Studies Suggest
Several recent studies are shedding light on why athletes may be more prone than the general population to substance abuse, eating disorders and suicide. The findings may have implications for athletes retiring after the Summer Olympics, Bloomberg Businessweek reports.
