For people seeking help with addiction, access to accurate information can be life-saving. Misleading ads risk delaying care and exploiting families at their most vulnerable moments.  When searching for treatment (or anything else) online, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) advises: Recognize ads.  The first two or three search results are often paid or “sponsored” listings. These may not lead to the organization you intended to find. Verify contact information.  Don’t assume

A study  led by researchers at the University of Colorado Department of Medicine found that nearly one in 10 U.S. adults with a substance use disorder (SUD) were hospitalized over a one-year period. Despite the frequency of these hospitalizations, most individuals with SUD did not receive addiction treatment while hospitalized. The research, published in the Annals of Internal Medicine , used data from the 2022 National Survey on Drug Use and Health. The study identified 60 m

A randomized clinical trial published in JAMA Network Open found that incorporating online group mindfulness sessions into buprenorphine treatment for opioid use disorder (OUD) significantly reduced opioid cravings compared to treatment as usual. The study, led by Dr. Zev Schuman-Olivier and colleagues from Cambridge Health Alliance and Harvard Medical School, examined the effectiveness of a 24-week virtual mindfulness-based program compared to a standard recovery support gr

Addiction literacy includes knowledge about substance use disorders, their prevention, recognition, treatment, and management, and our ability to actually apply that information, whether we are family members, practitioners in the field, or patients.

The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) has introduced three new telemedicine rules to maintain the accessibility of telehealth...

Recent research suggests that semaglutide, a medication primarily used for type 2 diabetes and weight management, may also help reduce alcohol consumption. The study published in JAMA Psychiatry found that patients with alcohol use disorder (AUD) who were prescribed GLP-1 drugs, popularly known by their brand names Ozempic and Wegovy, had a significantly lower risk of hospitalization for alcohol-related issues. Background on Semaglutide and Liraglutide Semaglutide and liraglu

If you or someone you love is struggling with drug or alcohol addiction, you are not alone. Below is a list of trusted national helplines, treatment locators, and support groups that can provide help, guidance, and resources. Whether you’re seeking immediate assistance, exploring treatment options, or looking for community support, these services are here to connect you to the help you need. SAMHSA National Helpline 1-800-662-HELP (4357) https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/natio

The Substance Use and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) announced updated guidelines  that expand the incentive cap for...

Tulane University School of Medicine invites healthcare professionals to a dynamic session, Kratom: From Bench to Bedside,  on Friday,...