Children of Addicted Parents More Likely to be Depressed in Adulthood: Study
Children whose parents are addicted to drugs or alcohol are more likely to be depressed as adults, a new study suggests. …
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FDA Asks For Additional Data on Implant to Treat Opioid Addiction
The Food and Drug Administration this week asked for more information on an implant designed to treat opioid addiction, before making a decision on whether to approve the drug, according to Bloomberg News.
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Researcher Uses Virtual Reality to Reduce Addiction Cravings
A Duke University researcher is studying whether virtual reality can be used to reduce cravings in people who are addicted. The goal is to help them develop coping strategies that they can use in the real world, Popular Science reports.
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David Sheff, Author of Clean, Interview: Part 2 of 2
Join Together chats with David Sheff, author of the new book, "Clean: Overcoming Addiction and Ending America’s Greatest Tragedy," to discuss his exploration into the science, prevention and treatment of addiction. …
Cocaine Cravings Turned Off and On With Laser Light in Rat Study
Scientists have used laser lights to turn cocaine cravings off and on in a study of rats. The findings suggest new directions for treatment of addiction in humans, the researchers say.
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Study Tests Safety of Drug Treatment for Meth Addiction
Researchers at UCLA are studying a drug they hope will treat methamphetamine addiction, The Huffington Post reports. In a small study, the drug, Ibudilast, appeared to be safe and eased meth addiction.
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David Sheff, Author of Clean, Interview: Part 1 of 2
Join Together chats with David Sheff, author of the new book, "Clean: Overcoming Addiction and Ending America’s Greatest Tragedy," to discuss his exploration into the science, prevention and treatment of addiction. …
Animal Study Yields Clues to Susceptibility to Alcohol Addiction
A study of mice suggests why some people may be more susceptible than others to alcohol addiction. The findings may one day lead to improved treatments, the researchers say.
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Mild Traumatic Brain Injury Linked to Increased Risk for Addiction: Study
Mild traumatic brain injury may be linked to an increased risk of addiction, a study of military personnel suggests.
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Bipartisan Group of Senators Introduce Bill to Strengthen Mental Health Care
A bipartisan group of senators has introduced a bill that would strengthen the nation’s mental health care system, and improve access in communities, according to The Washington Post. The bill would require about 2,000 federally qualified community behavioral health centers to provide substance abuse treatment and 24-hour care.
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FDA Asks For Additional Data on Implant to Treat Opioid Addiction
The Food and Drug Administration this week asked for more information on an implant designed to treat opioid addiction, before making a decision on whether to approve the drug, according to Bloomberg News. …
Researcher Uses Virtual Reality to Reduce Addiction Cravings
A Duke University researcher is studying whether virtual reality can be used to reduce cravings in people who are addicted. The goal is to help them develop coping strategies that they can use in the real world, Popular Science reports. …
David Sheff, Author of Clean, Interview: Part 2 of 2
Join Together chats with David Sheff, author of the new book, "Clean: Overcoming Addiction and Ending America’s Greatest Tragedy," to discuss his exploration into the science, prevention and treatment of addiction. …
Cocaine Cravings Turned Off and On With Laser Light in Rat Study
Scientists have used laser lights to turn cocaine cravings off and on in a study of rats. The findings suggest new directions for treatment of addiction in humans, the researchers say. …
Study Tests Safety of Drug Treatment for Meth Addiction
Researchers at UCLA are studying a drug they hope will treat methamphetamine addiction, The Huffington Post reports. In a small study, the drug, Ibudilast, appeared to be safe and eased meth addiction. …
David Sheff, Author of Clean, Interview: Part 1 of 2
Join Together chats with David Sheff, author of the new book, "Clean: Overcoming Addiction and Ending America’s Greatest Tragedy," to discuss his exploration into the science, prevention and treatment of addiction. …
Animal Study Yields Clues to Susceptibility to Alcohol Addiction
A study of mice suggests why some people may be more susceptible than others to alcohol addiction. The findings may one day lead to improved treatments, the researchers say. …
Mild Traumatic Brain Injury Linked to Increased Risk for Addiction: Study
Mild traumatic brain injury may be linked to an increased risk of addiction, a study of military personnel suggests. …
Bipartisan Group of Senators Introduce Bill to Strengthen Mental Health Care
A bipartisan group of senators has introduced a bill that would strengthen the nation’s mental health care system, and improve access in communities, according to The Washington Post. The bill would require about 2,000 federally qualified community behavioral health centers to provide substance abuse treatment and 24-hour care. …
