Home-Based Brain Stimulation for Cannabis Use Disorder with Dr. Leigh Charvet
As cannabis products become more widely available, many people continue to view cannabis as a low-risk or even therapeutic for managing health symptoms such as anxiety, pain, and sleep difficulties. However, growing evidence suggests that today's high-potency cannabis products may carry significant risks for cognitive health, mental health, and the development of cannabis use disorder. As researchers work to better understand these risks, there is also increasing interest in
2 days ago
Addiction Recovery: Processes, Mechanisms, and Models with Dr. John Kelly
Recovery from substance use disorders is a long-term process that extends beyond the initial stages of treatment. Clinical interventions can play an important role in helping individuals begin recovery, but the risk of recurrence may remain elevated for years. Sustained recovery also depends on continued support and environments that help people build healthy, stable, and meaningful lives. In this Ask the Expert video, Dr. John Kelly, Professor of Psychiatry at Harvard Medica
5 days ago
How Substance Use Disorders Affect the Brain with Dr. Brian Fuehrlein
Substance use disorders are complex medical conditions that affect the brain’s reward system, behavior, and decision-making. Yet, despite decades of scientific evidence, misconceptions about addiction continue to fuel stigma, which creates barriers for people to seek treatment and receive the support they need. Improving public understanding of the science of substance use disorders is essential to reducing stigma and promoting compassionate, evidence-based care. In this Ask
Aug 25
Estimating Addiction Knowledge and Stigma in America with Dr. Valerie Earnshaw
Despite growing awareness of addiction, important knowledge gaps remain that can influence how people respond to and treat people who are impacted by substance use disorders. Misconceptions about addiction can influence how people respond to those who are struggling, shaping everything from personal interactions to support for policies that expand access to care. Better understanding public attitudes toward addiction is an important step in reducing stigma and improving recov
Aug 25
Evidence-Based Policies and Practices Across the Criminal Justice System with Dr. Faye Taxman
Improving mental health outcomes for people involved in the criminal justice system requires more than access to treatment, it depends on implementing evidence-based practices that connect individuals with the right services at the right time. From diversion and mental health courts to supportive housing, integrated behavioral healthcare, and coordinated reentry services, research continues to identify strategies that can improve recovery while reducing unnecessary involvemen
Aug 5
Promoting Wellness for Prosecutors and Criminal Justice Professionals with Mary Ashley
The demands of working in the criminal justice system can take a significant toll on the mental health and well-being of the professionals who serve within it. Prosecutors and other criminal justice professionals are regularly exposed to traumatic events, high-stakes decision-making, and emotionally challenging cases, increasing their risk for secondary trauma, compassion fatigue, and burnout. As awareness of these challenges grows, there is increasing recognition that suppor
Aug 5
Neuromodulation and the Future of Addiction Treatment with Dr. James Mahoney
Despite significant advances in the treatment of substance use disorders, effective treatment options remain limited for certain substances, including methamphetamine and cocaine. As researchers continue to explore new approaches, neuromodulation has emerged as a promising strategy that may complement existing behavioral and medication-based treatments by targeting the brain circuits involved in addiction. In this Ask the Expert video, Dr. James Mahoney, Associate Professor,
Jul 20