Baltimore mass overdose: 'Coordinated neighborhood stabilization response' launched in Penn-North

9 facts about Americans and marijuana

Plasticizer spreads rapidly through illicit drug supply

Overdose deaths of Black Bostonians dropped significantly in 2024. Here’s why

Medicaid changes threaten coverage for people with addiction

Cannabis use linked to fewer complications after retinal detachment surgery

Chronic marijuana use may aggravate pain in perioperative period during orthopedic surgery

FDA will not require labeling of ADHD medications to indicate weight loss risk

Study reveals alarming surge in adolescent vaping of THC, CBD and synthetic cannabinoids

US FDA to revise ADHD stimulants labels to warn of weight loss risk in children under 6

Adolescents who smoke or vape may believe tobacco’s perceived coping benefits outweigh accepted health risks 

Joint Commission cuts standards by 50% in sweeping overhaul

New study sheds light on higher-than-anticipated illicit opioid use rate

Disparities in access to opioid use disorder medications persist

Texas politicians lead effort to study a psychedelic drug. What is ibogaine?

“Gas station weed”: Delta-8 and Delta-10 THC

New study calls for rethink on alcohol policy

Psilocybin, ketamine, and MDMA in cancer care: Next steps in psychedelic research

Experts react to report U.S. plans to weaken alcohol guidance

Mixing cannabis and alcohol makes hangovers worse

Young women experience less craving for cannabis following alcohol consumption

New rules for methadone doses at home did not increase overdoses

New guidance outlines how to taper benzodiazepines when risks exceed benefits

More seniors are using drugs—Here's why it matters

Monthly clinician feedback helps increase prescription adherence, reduce long-term opioid use

Florida nonprofit scrambles to continue overdose prevention program after state cuts off funds

Can tackling addictions reduce Medicaid costs?

Poison control centers report rise in calls involving ‘gas station heroin’

Drug deaths plummet among young Americans as fentanyl carnage eases

Alcohol linked to increased risk of pancreatic cancer

Advancing Recovery Research (NIDA Director's blog)

Methamphetamine a big contributor to Alaska’s opioid-dominated overdose deaths

Can GLP-1 medications impact substance use?

The NOPAIN Act: A new era for nonopioid pain management in outpatient surgery

Smoking cessation pill may help youth quit vaping

Cannabis use among older adults can raise concerns

Texas invests $50M in psychedelic drug research to treat addiction

Surprising drug combination cuts alcohol use and lessens nausea in clinical trial

The emerging crisis in non-prescribed ketamine use

Topical CBD may kill off deadly fungal infections

Psilocybin induces large-scale brain network reorganization, offering insights into the psychedelic state

NY's Office of Cannabis Management recalls multiple marijuana products

Methamphetamine makes comeback in Minnesota in more dangerous and record ways

Antifreeze chemical in vapes? AMA launches scare campaign

The psychedelic response to a chaotic world

How Britain fell into the K-hole

New study sheds light on higher-than-anticipated illicit opioid use rate

Marijuana use among older adults climbs to new high

How Trump administration can tackle America's addiction problems: Experts

Cannabis edibles just as dangerous to heart health as smoking marijuana, study finds

Universities, tech collaborate to predict opioid overdose with wearables

NFL tackles pain without widespread opioid use

Low alcohol use disorder treatment rates seen in cancer survivors

EMS encounters for kratom/7-OH-related overdoses (nonfatal or fatal) in the US

Study uncovers troubling new cannabis health risk

States have collected nearly $25 billion from legal adult-use cannabis sales

Common ground on harm reduction in drugs and tobacco

Opioid use disorder costs almost $700K per case

New non-opioid painkiller may help stop addiction before it starts

Naltrexone/bupropion for primary care treatment of obesity

Seven articles on cannabis studies

Congress can decrease opioid deaths, but it will require more investment 

Endocannabinoids show promise in blunting opioid reward, preserving pain relief

Telepharmacy brings home SUD treatment

Cancer deaths linked to alcohol on the rise in the U.S.

E-cigarettes reinforce nicotine addiction, study says

LSD analogue with potential for treating schizophrenia developed

Cannabis use disorder is increasing rapidly, especially among older adults and people living with HIV

Hospital stays can promote addiction recovery

Teens of any age who drink alcohol with their parents’ permission drink more as young adults

Are substance use disorders more than addiction?

Amphetamine scrambles the brain’s sense of time by degrading prefrontal neuron coordination

Can 'zebra striping' help you drink less?

Spotify caught hosting hundreds of fake podcasts that advertise selling drugs

Marijuana use is rising, but is it a cancer risk?  Read the full paper here in The Lancet) 

Does Boston still drink?

CDC reports nearly 24% decline in U.S. drug overdose deaths

Nearly 19 million U.S. children live with a parent with substance use disorder

Doc highlights safety of buprenorphine against OUD in pregnancy

Are THC-infused drinks healthier than alcohol?

2019 to 2023 saw increase in prevalence of psilocybin use in the United States

Women are now drinking alcohol just as much as men—with even more detrimental health effects

Addiction accelerates brain aging via distinct molecular pathways

Study finds critical gaps in Narcan awareness, possession among U.S. adults

The link between cannabis and psychosis in teens is real

N-acetylcysteine does not appear to be effective for cannabis use disorder

How drugs hijack the brain's desires (You Tube)

Cannabis use, dependence linked to worse clinical outcomes in chronic pancreatitis

Surgeon General issues marijuana warning for teens and pregnant women

Fake Adderall joins vapes as growing danger for high schoolers. These teens are fighting back

LSD analogue synthesised by swapping just two atoms less likely to cause hallucinations

What are they smoking in Tennessee? Banning THCA

Ontario to examine involuntary addiction treatment for people in jail, on parole, probation

Parents with alcohol-related diagnoses are twice as likely to maltreat children

Read the full paper in Addiction

Ketamine addiction: What the latest research tells us

Ketamine’s hidden physical and psychological damage

Tiny brain structure reveals new paths to treat addiction, depression

THC seltzers rise in popularity: What to know about the drinks

Trump looks to end $56 million grant to give Narcan to first responders

Why stimulants work and why we should be cautious

From weed to lifestyle: The cannabis brands shaping culture

New federally backed marijuana research center launches

Believers say microdosing psychedelics helps them. Scientists are trying to measure the claims

What to know about today’s methamphetamine

As fentanyl deaths slow, methamphetamine comes for Maine

The FDA fired its tobacco enforcers. Now it wants them back

The high stakes of gambling: addiction, apps and mental health

Older adults face higher cancer risk from alcohol, even at low or moderate levels

How the moderation movement is reshaping the alcohol industry

 Iowa House passes measure legalizing psilocybin use

Why heart attacks are striking young people - and surprising connection to amphetamines

The silent opioid crisis: Seriously ill patients face frequent delays in pain treatment

Hospitalized patients who receive alcohol use disorder treatment can substantially reduce heavy drinking

Where do efforts to legalize, reschedule marijuana stand?

Researchers identify brain hub with key role in learned response to direct and indirect threats

Study links insomnia and sleep medication to increased disability risk in older adults

Exploring increased psychosis risk associated ADD medication use

New protocols for treating patients with xylazine wounds

Critics say GOP Medicaid cuts could slash fentanyl addiction treatment

How the U.S. is working to combat the fentanyl crisis through finance

LSD analogue with potential for treating schizophrenia developed

As little as 8 alcoholic drinks a week can contribute to dementia, research says

Older people seeking care for cannabis use at greater risk for dementia, study finds

Minnesota addiction and mental health providers fear federal cuts will hurt ‘life-saving’ services

Stigma against addiction medication limits our ability to end the opioid epidemic

Misinformation about fentanyl exposure threatens to Undermine overdose responses

Poll: Half of cannabis consumers’ intake increased after Trump elected

Have we been thinking about ADHD all wrong?

The truth about alcohol and your brain: Scientists put a number on the years heavy drinking takes off your life

Prenatal opioid exposure linked to smaller brain volume

Study finds heart-related side effects of ADHD drugs, yet benefits outweigh risks

New guideline cautions against use of medical cannabis for chronic pain

Study investigates effects of ADHD medications on the heart

Heroin found in cocaine and 'ice,' and snorting a line can be lethal

NFL tackles pain without widespread opioid use

Alberta moving ahead with forced addiction treatment bill, critics warn it could do more harm than good

How esketamine combos fight treatment-resistant depression

Awareness of alcohol-related cancer risks may be growing

Trump team revokes $11 billion in funding for addiction, mental health care

Meaningful psychedelic experiences predict increased moral expansiveness Read the full paper here

ASAM appeals to DOGE to improve access to methadone

Prevalence of prescription stimulant misuse high in U.S. adults

Awareness grows of cancer risk from alcohol consumption

Colorado law that made possession of small amounts of fentanyl a felony didn’t reduce overdose deaths, study finds

University launches first-ever clinical trial on medical cannabis for diabetic nerve pain

New study shows cannabis can impair driving for more than five hours—long after users feel ready to drive

Pain can motivate young adults to co-use alcohol and cannabis 

FDA approves label changes for buprenorphine ER injection

How does ‘tranq’ change the effects of fentanyl?

Being treated with psilocybin helped traumatized and depressed COVID-19 frontline healthcare workers

New study shows LSD changes brain connectivity in unique ways compared to MDMA and amphetamines

Canadian scientists invent stir stick that detects drugged drinks

Does getting ADHD drugs via telehealth increase addiction risk?

FDA advises consumers not to inhale nitrous oxide products

FDA reportedly raids manufacturer of poppers, an increasingly popular party drug

The new amphetamine crisis

ADHD prescriptions on the rise: 5 study notes

National study finds one in four adults misusing prescription stimulants (Read the abstract here in JAMA Psychiatry)

Could legal weed make you sick? Here's how California tries to keep it safe

Microdosing for mental health: Hype or hope?

Colorado psychedelic mushroom experiment has arrived

Minnesota law enforcement shares results of tests to detect drug-impaired drivers

DEA warns of electronic prescription fraud

Cannabis users under 50 are 6 times more likely to have a heart attack, new study shows

What’s lurking in your weed? Scientists warn of toxic fungal contamination

Optimizing public placement of naloxone kits to save lives

Generation Xanax: The dark side of America’s wonder drug 

New online curriculum aims at educating Appalachia on opioids

Deadliest phase of fentanyl crisis eases, as all states see recovery

New study finds alcohol-related liver disease is on the rise in young adults

Painkiller mimics cannabis without the psychoactive side effects

Controversial marijuana potency bill dies in Colorado

Overdiagnosis of adult ADHD is exacerbating the stimulant shortage

Brain receptors for cannabis could be why some people are more resilient

Sharp rise In fentanyl poisoning among US children revealed in new study

Does getting ADHD drugs via telehealth increase addiction risk?

How an Oregon jail is tackling opioid addiction with a holistic approach

2017 to 2022 saw rise in ED orders for buprenorphine for opioid use disorder

New insights into the cellular mechanism of action of psilocybin

How Americans view alcohol’s benefits and risks

Collaborative care models help reduce chronic pain, substance use

This powerful industrial chemical is being added to fentanyl found in the U.S. 

Surprising link between cannabis use and cognitive decline uncovered after analyzing decades of data

US drug overdose deaths drop to lowest levels since June 2020, CDC data shows

Ketamine, TMS show promise in treatment-resistant depression in older adults

The growing crises of addiction among older adults

Study examines recent and long-term cannabis use on brain function in young adults

How much of the drop in fentanyl-related overdose deaths might be due to a resurgence of heroin?

More emergency room doctors in California are prescribing buprenorphine

Using policy and innovation to improve lifesaving access to naloxone

How neurodivergence overlaps with addiction

Cannabis use in senior patients

Finally solved: how the body's own marijuana spreads through the brain

100+ organizations ask Trump administration to make telehealth controlled substance prescribing permanent

Kratom to be tested for addiction risk in first-ever study

Colorado issues its first psilocybin-related licenses, kicking off the rollout of psychedelic industry

FDA approves updated buprenorphine label for rapid initiation treatment

Surgeon General calls for new label on drinks to warn Americans of alcohol’s cancer risk

Warning over drinking habit that could speed up Alzheimer's disease

Young adults may be more vulnerable to nicotine addiction than the middle aged

Adolescent cannabis use may heighten sensitivity to amphetamine’s cognitive effects in adulthood

Study of amphetamine that targets binge eating produced mixed results

Exploring the crossroads of cannabis and psychiatry  (Video)

Frequent cannabis use can lead to cavities, severe tooth loss, study finds

Telehealth may be closing the care gap for people with substance use disorder in rural areas

Anesthesiologists' group urges limits on ketamine use

Ketamine shows promise for severe obsessive-compulsive disorder in new study

New technique measures psilocybin potency of mushrooms

Industrial chemical found in illicit fentanyl

Fentanyl use declines in 2024 but people who use fentanyl are increasingly using heroin, methamphetamine

Alcohol use disorder patients show brain structure changes that may underlie emotional distress

How does ketamine work? New research offers insight

Combining self-help groups and medication boosts success in opioid treatment, research finds

Fentanyl in the US: A visual guide

CBD may reduce cravings for people with alcohol use disorder

Vaping weed is very popular, but users should be aware it carries risks

Study: Among veterans with alcohol use disorder, women drink as much as men and have more severe mental health symptoms

Social factors associated with longer stays in alcohol treatment

irginia Tech researchers ask how many attempts it takes to quit substance abuse

Denver proposes licensing rules for psychedelic centers

Stimulant medications lower depression risk in children with ADHD

How do Mexico, Canada, and China affect fentanyl flowing into the U.S.?

A secure base: Harm reduction as attachment therapy

Even where cannabis is legal, product safety isn't guaranteed

Opioid use disorder in sexually and gender diverse populations: Can we do better?

Editorial: Beyond buprenorphine in the ED: Leveraging lessons from 10 years of implementation

More frequent marijuana use may damage an important memory skill

What are fentanyl and nitazenes? Explaining the rise and risks of potent synthetic opioids

Cannabis smoke at home linked to secondhand exposure in children

READ THE FULL PAPER HERE

Researchers studying whether medical cannabis could help late-stage dementia patients

Adderall shortage sparks scramble for ADHD alternatives

Ibogaine and its anti-addictive properties in substance use disorders

FDA approves first of its kind ketamine-based nasal spray to treat depression

Trump's gag order halts CDC publications

Ketamine-induced urinary tract dysfunction

Alcohol consumption and type 2 diabetes risk

Alcohol consumption and cardiovascular health in older adults

Study finds ketamine use rose 40% in one year in U.S.

Hidden danger of recreational Xanax use

Mindfulness training offers some benefits for OUD patients on buprenorphine

FDA expands approval of esketamine for depression

Do two puffs equal a bong hit? Standardized cannabis dosing research aims to find out

US regulators propose capping nicotine in cigarettes at non-addictive levels

One-third of Americans report drinking less alcohol in the past year

The role genetics could play in addiction

Ketorolac found effective at reducing postsurgical opioid use

Psilocybin may help address cancer-related psychological concerns

An overview of cannabis for pets

FDA to weigh approval of pain pill billed as opioid alternative

New PSAs empower young people to save lives with naloxone

DEA and HHS issue final telemedicine rule for buprenorphine access

FDA asks for veterinarians’ comments on cannabis

FDA proposes nicotine cap to help curb cigarette dependence

No clear evidence of benefits of forced addiction treatment yet: Analysis

FDA issues new guidance, clarifies confusion on buprenorphine labeling

Reported use of most drugs among adolescents remained low in 2024

Zolpidem (Ambien) shown to block brain's critical cleaning cycle

Easing end of life care with psilocybin mushrooms

Missouri sees first drop in drug overdose deaths since 2015, Narcan credited

As recovering people age, many struggle to get care for long-term health issues

Study finds methamphetamine mortality skyrocketed between 1999 and 2021

SAMHSA launches the Center for Addiction Recovery Support (CARS)

Experts say recreational use of Xanax is increasing among young people

New signage for Washington retail stores explains the risk of high-potency cannabis

Brain structure differences are associated with early use of substances among adolescents

READ THE FULL PAPER HERE (Free pdf download)

Acute mind-altering effects of psilocybin managed with clinician oversight

Neuromodulation in addiction treatment

Study questions genetic test for opioid use disorder risk

Coffee drinking tied to better survival, but timing matters

Ketamine use on the rise in U.S. adults; new trends emerge

Should alcohol be labeled with a cancer risk warning?

Marijuana use raises risk of heart attack, heart failure and stroke, studies say

Young women face worse long-term alcohol-associated hepatitis outcomes than men

Reflecting on NIDA’s 50th year and looking to 2025

When dog owners go to rehab, he’s making sure their pets are cared for

NIH Native American research initiative to focus on substance use and pain

An innovation agenda for addiction: Breakthrough medicines that scale

Excessive drinking is linked to dementia risk

Predictions: 2025 to be a very big year in cannabis

Adderall myths and facts

Psychedelic therapy begins in Colorado, amid tension between conservatives, veterans

U.S. Surgeon General issues new advisory on link between alcohol and cancer risk

Environmental factors more predictive than genetics of opioid dependence risk

Psilocybin shows potential for treating mental health disorders in people with cancer and addiction

Special issue of APA’s official journal focuses on psychedelic medication

Why Gen Z is drinking less

Top findings on addiction in 2024

Cannabis extract study finds no genotoxic effects, highlighting need for further research

CDC warns about the reemergence of carfentanil

ADHD treatment prescriptions for adults surged during pandemic, fueling shortages

Brain structure differences are associated with early use of substances among adolescents

DEA keeping supply of Rx opioids unchanged in 2025

The many risks of cannabis and high-dose THC

Leading researcher explains how viewing addiction as a brain disorder improves treatments  (Interview with Dr. Nora Volkow)

How alcohol impairs the brain’s ability to adapt and learn

What happens when you mix Adderall with Tums?

From the "out of the fire and into the kettle" series: ADHD drug shows promise for treating methamphetamine dependence

Opioids have been killing the same generation of Black men in Chicago for decades

Cocaine use is on the rise

Understanding the mechanisms behind alcohol-associated liver disease

Behind bars, pleas for addiction medications often go nowhere

Ketamine reduces “giving up” by targeting brain support cells

Men with history of cannabis use have less cognitive decline from early adulthood to late midlife

"The Tea on THC" campaign aims to educate about dangers of high THC cannabis in Colorado

Renowned neuroscientist reveals key insights into how brain circuits drive addictive behaviors

Reported use of most drugs among adolescents remained low in 2024

Breaking the vape habit: Challenges faced by young adult users

Wall Street bankers snorting lines of Adderall at their desks

The impact of cannabis on sleep quality and dreams

New study to use psilocybin to treat gambling addiction

Opioid misuse can change the brain

FDA approves cannabis study for veterans with PTSD

How cannabis works in the body

What is captagon?

The shifting landscape of marijuana research in the US

Study: Changes in marijuana’s legal status do not soften public’s stance toward DUI

Brain volume changes seen in opioid users

AI can help us choose words more carefully when talking about addiction

Researchers identify new therapeutic strategy for fentanyl overdoses

Cannabinoids and pain in small animal medicine

New mobile app launched to help people track their methamphetamine use and reduce drug-related harms

Benzodiazepines linked to suicide, study finds 

Smell of raw cannabis allows police to search a vehicle, Illinois Supreme Court rules

A trusted ADHD medication has been recalled nationwide

Psilocybin helped doctors and nurses who worked through the pandemic

Tripping in LSD's birthplace: A story for "bicycle day"

Beyond abstinence: Other clinically meaningful endpoints for patients with substance use disorders (video)

Does alcohol numb empathy? Study links pain threshold to aggression

Florida man sues Publix, CVS, Costco pharmacies after Adderall causes psychosis

 ‘A new hope’: Colorado prepares for launch of psychedelic therapy at year-end

Psilocybin therapy trial participants share experiences (video)

Navigating Change: SAMHSA’s new federal guidelines for opioid treatment programs

Thousands of marijuana DUI convictions may be in jeopardy after report on drug testing lab

Psychosis risk tied to heavy cannabis use and genetic factors

What scientists just learned about addiction by giving rats cocaine: ‘The third group surprised us’

Ortho-methylfentanyl proliferating across North America as newest synthetic opioid identified in fatal drug overdoses 

NFL takes another big step toward legalizing marijuana use by players

Study highlights need for standardized, evidence-based warning labels for cannabis products

Boosting endocannabinoids could reduce opioid addiction risk 

Alcohol use disorder, alcohol-associated liver disease up in older US adults

Supreme Court grapples with FDA's refusal to approve flavored vapes

Reducing risk of opioid addiction while still alleviating pain

Alcohol use disorder, alcohol-associated liver disease up in older U.S. adults

A generation of drug-addiction survivors is entering old age

Opinion: Trump's proposed tariffs will do nothing to solve our fentanyl crisis

Study finds cannabis-users would reduce use the most for job interviews, caring for children

The current state of the polydrug use epidemic

Narcan vending machines help communities save fentanyl users' lives

Cannabis in cancer: What oncologists and patients should know

Researchers investigate half-life of xylazine to advance care for overdose patients on the drug

Excessive social media use tied to substance experimentation in US pre-teens

Despite federal warnings, kratom still readily available across US

FDA gives green light to PTSD marijuana study in veterans

Survey shows most people don't know that alcohol raises cancer risk

Clonazepam orally disintegrating tablets recalled.

Researchers explore impact of alcohol consumption on hair health

Is addiction a disease?

Industrial chemical keeps showing up in fentanyl supply, raising new concerns

Improvements in addiction treatment in jail make communities safer

Schools continue to play vital role in preventing student opioid-related deaths 

Vaping immediately affects vascular health and oxygen levels, study shows, even without nicotine

Easing the mental health burden with psychedelic therapies – what’s next for the regulatory and clinical landscape?

Exploring ketamine therapy

What's the status of the proposed ban on menthol cigarettes?

National survey shows millions of Americans hurt by others' drinking, drug use

Cannabis worsens brain connectivity deficits in psychosis risk

Low-dose ketamine may be an effective adjunct analgesic to morphine for managing acute pain 

Opioids tied to higher dementia risk, but only after a point

Alcohol-related deaths in the US more than double from 1999 to 2020

llinois celebrates launch of new Cannabis Research Institute

DEA, HHS extend telehealth controlled substance prescription rule

Study links cannabis use to genotoxicity and transgeneration

Stalemate breaks on telehealth prescriptions of stimulants and buprenorphine

Experts hopeful as US drug overdose deaths fall below 100,000

Exposure to marijuana in the womb may increase risk of addiction to opioids later in life

Native youth connect with culture to break cycles of addiction

Medicaid funding for addiction treatment hasn’t curbed overdose deaths

Research reveals how low-dose ketamine alleviates depression symptoms within hours

Alarming surge in alcohol-related liver transplants in younger adults

Improving community engagement in addiction science

Study finds pandemic-era increase in alcohol use has persisted

The solution to death from a fentanyl overdose could lie in its chemical structure

Trump plans to revoke many Biden policies. Where does that leave marijuana?

Pink cocaine may have reached the Boston area. Here's what the DEA wants you to know.

Reddit-based cannabis support community’s use of SAMHSA’s Domains of Recovery suggests it’s a good resource for those seeking support

Evaluating the recovery capital framework in post-prison populations

Cannabis can help some people – but not everyone – sleep

Binge drinking is on the rise among older adults

Marijuana use raises risk of heart attack, heart failure and stroke, studies say

Scientists say two glasses of alcoholic drink daily could cut dementia risk

Methadone is stigmatized but works well for many addiction patients. Why is it so hard to get?

Loneliness may be cause of hidden alcohol use disorder in older adults

Marijuana use has fallen 'dramatically' among U.S. teens

FDA approves new misuse-deterrent alternative for severe pain management

Overdose rates are falling but not among Black and indigenous populations 

How scientists are zapping the brain to help treat drug and alcohol addiction

Study highlights the potential of psilocybin in treating obsessive-compulsive disorder

Implantable device may prevent death from opioid overdose

The leading cause of marijuana-related ER visits is called CHS or cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome. What is CHS?

Coalition of 54 groups presses CMS for better substance abuse treatment in nursing homes

Naloxone’s lifesaving impact: 87% survival rate proves police officers’ critical role in opioid crisis

Safer drug supply on the dark web? It’s complicated, researchers find

House Select Committee report elucidates China’s role in fentanyl epidemic

Report warns compulsive gambling is a global 'threat to public health.'

Long-term psychological effects of youth gambling concern addiction experts

Recovery from Helene and addiction, how treatment centers are keeping clients connected 

Philly hospitals test new strategy for ‘tranq dope’ withdrawal – and it keeps patients from walking out before their treatment is done

New study reveals unprecedented increases in fentanyl and stimulant concentrations in urine drug test results

Long-term care facilities must provide addiction care, advocates say

Supreme Court THC case highlights our flawed drug laws

Healing in harmony: Mental health and addiction

Brain stimulation at home helps to treat depression

U.S. Army expands drug policy to ban Delta-8 THC hemp products

Genes linked to alcohol use disorder highlighted by expression study

Tripping on nothing

Study: OUD patients more likely to stay on methadone than buprenorphine/naloxone

Overdose deaths are down nationally, but up in many Western states

Methamphetamine is top cause of fatal overdoses in older Hawaii residents 

High-potency cannabis use is tied to epigenetic changes, study suggests

Ozempic and similar drugs may lower risks for opioid and alcohol use disorders 

Read the full paper here in Addiction

Rising concerns over benzodiazepine prescriptions in older stroke survivors

CBD gummies for child anxiety: A comprehensive guide for parents

Contingency management can be effective in helping to halt the stimulant crisis

The human face of addiction: Addiction through the lens of the arts and the humanities

Brain imaging of neuromelanin may be key to understanding extensive substance use

Teen drug overdose deaths decline: 5 things to know

NIH and FDA leaders call for innovation in development of smoking cessation treatments

New rules should make methadone easier to get, but change is slow in many places

Despite ‘proven efficacy,’ buprenorphine scripts remain low after opioid-related events

                                                                RELATED

City of Seattle to become first in nation with fire department EMTs administering buprenorphine medication in the field 

Synthetic THC reduces agitation in Alzheimer's by 30%

DEA warns of illegal online pharmacies selling pills with fentanyl, methamphetamine

Researchers explore music and tech to reduce alcohol relapse rates

Industry-funded alcohol-reduction apps contain misinformation, study warns

Not so pretty in pink

Neuroscience research sheds light on how psilocybin alters spatial awareness

Case study ties psilocybin to serotonin toxicity when used with antidepressants

US will let more people take methadone at home

Electrocardiogram monitoring study finds arrhythmic hearts after excessive alcohol consumption

Wide availability of naloxone and education on its use can save pediatric lives

DEA plans more cuts in opioid supply, while boosting stimulant production

Cannabis use in teens, young adults linked to lower academic success

Rewiring the brain: Scientists reverse methamphetamine and PCP’s cognitive effects

Study highlights potential dangers of a growing U.S. illicit fentanyl supply

Study shows alcohol-dependent men and women have different biochemistries, so may need different treatments

CDC warns of fake drug dangers from online pharmacies

Social media trend promotes nitrous oxide ("laughing gas") misuse

US will let more people take methadone at home

To aid addiction treatment, lawmakers tell DEA to back off buprenorphine enforcement

Individuals who experienced more adversity as children are less responsive to methamphetamine

AAP releases first guidance on outpatient opioid prescribing for youths

Marijuana use raises risk of heart attack, heart failure and stroke, studies say

Lower attention ability in adolescence predicts substance use in later life

New data about cancer and cannabis

5 things to know from this week’s big report on cannabis

Sober-curious young Americans may be changing the conversation around alcohol

Ozempic as an addiction treatment: 3 notes

Psychedelic experience improves therapists' ability to deliver ketamine therapy, suggests study

Psilocybin boosts mind perception but doesn’t reduce atheism

Higher doses of buprenorphine may improve treatment outcomes for people with opioid use disorder

Alcohol plays key role in some cancer risk, new expert report warns

Fewer than half of U.S. jails provide life-saving medications for opioid use disorder

Smell of marijuana isn't enough to justify a search, Illinois Supreme Court rules

Cannabis and older adults: Poll shows current use patterns, beliefs and risks

FDA launches ‘Prescribe with confidence’ campaign for OUD treatment

States, hospital systems try less punitive drug testing of pregnant women and newborns

Ultra-low-dose ketamine can curb opioid withdrawal

Nearly one in four Americans know someone addicted to opioids

An industrial chemical is showing up in fentanyl in the U.S., troubling scientists

New curriculum aims to address substance use disorders in medical education

Report: Cancer deaths have dropped, but alcohol is factor in new cases

Naltrexone vs buprenorphine: No significant difference in overdose risk

Illinois Supreme Court rules smell of burnt marijuana not cause for warrantless vehicle search

FDA says drug makers will stop producing fentanyl 'lollipops"

Overdose deaths have continued to drop, now at their lowest level in 3 years

Recovery from alcohol use disorder is linked to increased anxiety

Recreational cannabis laws linked to rise in intimate partner violence

Guidance on how best to manage opioid risks in older adults

Telehealth may ease some stigma linked to treatment for OUD

Millions of depressed Americans could benefit from psychedelic therapy, study finds

Buprenorphine with naloxone during pregnancy appears safe

Could America's divide on marijuana be coming to an end?

More than a dozen cities will ask their voters if they want to ban psilocybin

High doses of ADHD drugs linked to a greater risk of psychosis 

Auricular acupressure may manage opioid withdrawal in young patients

Fact Sheet: Final Rules under the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act (MHPAEA)

White House strengthens legislation on equal access to mental health, substance use care

Risky behavior, unique wounds seen with xylazine exposure

Does your partner’s drinking hurt your mental health? Men may feel it most

A commonly held belief about CBD might well be wrong

Rethinking addiction as a chronic brain disease

Pharmacist inclusion in OUD treatment teams benefits patients

Survey finds more than 3 in 4 Americans don’t feel they could help someone suffering an overdose

Childhood sleep patterns linked to future substance use

US allows increased production of Vyvanse to address shortage

Initiating MOUD while incarcerated may lead to better outcomes for released prisoners

US Millennials are driving the non-alc trend

Mummified brain tissue found in crypt shows surprising traces of cocaine

Use of cannabis, hallucinogen at ‘historically high levels

Older Black men are disproportionately affected by the overdose crisis

Cannabis and hallucinogen use among adults remained at historic highs in 2023

Genetic tool predicts liver disease risk in heavy drinkers

Airline CEO wants airports to cap passengers at 2 alcoholic drinks to limit on-board disruptions

A decade into states legalizing marijuana, underage use has plummeted

How exercise influences addiction recovery: Q&A with neuroscientist

The motivations of a “wake-and-bake” cannabis lifestyle

How exercise influences addiction recovery is focus of research

The magic and mystery of psychedelic therapies

Psilocybin may be as effective as escitalopram in treating depression, study suggests

Does synthetic psilocybin have the same effects on the mind and body as organic?

Even low-risk alcohol consumption ups mortality risk in older adults

Addressing alcohol or cannabis use in patients with anxiety disorders

FDA rejection of MDMA-assisted therapy for PTSD divides psychedelic stakeholders

Zeroing in on Xylazine

One opioid overdose often predicts a second, but effective interventions curb deaths

Opioids evoke positive feelings through a newly identified brain region

Buprenorphine and naloxone safe for opioid use disorder in pregnancy

Even light drinking is harmful to older adults, study warns

Fall semester—A time for parents to discuss the risks of college drinking

Cannabis as pain treatment can lead to cannabis use disorder

Combination OUD treatment safe during pregnancy

Fatal opioid overdoses lower U.S. life expectancy by nearly a year, study finds

Daily marijuana use linked to increased risk of deadly head and neck cancers, study finds

Alcohol use doubles risk of intracranial hemorrhage after falls in older adults, CT data show

FDA rejects MDMA-assisted PTSD therapy

Bipartisan lawmakers press Biden administration on MDMA treatment for PTSD

Cocaine discovery could pave way for treatment of substance use disorders

Research decodes how cocaine alters dopamine transporter function

New tool tracks how psychedelics affect neurons in the brain

Politics is holding back the best tool for treating methamphetamine addiction 

Cannabis poisonings in kids cause Missouri to ban food with Delta-8 THC

Psilocybin triggers “inner healing” mechanisms in depression patients, study suggests

Sleep and substance use disorders

Bill would expand Medicare coverage for patients with substance use disorders

Hospital-based addiction program proves effective in treating opioid use disorder 

Treating chronic pain with ketamine

A little drinking won't help you live longer, new research shows

Associations between cannabis consumption methods and cannabis risk perception

Myth of moderate drinking debunked: New study reveals true risks

Exposing a dangerous myth: Pain patients aren’t 'drug users'

Update: Mushroom gummies that sickened users contained illicit psilocybin

Moderate drinking won't prolong your life, new research indicates

Social vulnerability linked with mental health and substance use disorders

Big drop in U.S. kids, teens misusing prescription meds

Risky drinking can put a chill on your summer fun

Scientists may have found exactly how LSD treats depression

Illegal Online Pharmacies Pose Serious Patient Risk

No increase in rates of marijuana use among youth over past decade

New research suggests estrogen and progesterone could play role in opioid addiction and relapse

FDA investigators have not spoken with patients and others alleging misconduct in MDMA trials 

Navigating cannabis use among older adults

Stimulant use among teens with ADHD lowers risk of later misuse: Study

Read the full paper here in Psychiatry Services

An addiction medicine pioneer

Older adults are drinking more. Could that pose a public-health risk?

Generic Xanax is being recalled in the U.S. over possible contaminant — is it still safe to take it?

To overcome the overdose crisis, addiction treatment must be integrated into the health care system 

Drug 50 times more powerful than fentanyl discovered in Florida

Senator introduces ‘Dobbie Act’ to remove marijuana use barriers for federal jobs

Surgeon General: Vaping may be an 'attractive' smoking cessation tool for adults

'Pink cocaine' emerging as new threat in drug market

FTC And FDA issue warning letters over Delta-8 THC in child-friendly packaging

Everyone deserves addiction treatment that works — including those in jail

Older adults find psychological benefits in psychedelic retreats, despite milder acute effects

Decreased opioid prescribing not a silver bullet for reducing overdose deaths

Illegal online pharmacies pose serious patient risk

Methamphetamine is a major drug threat in the US

Stimulant users caught up in fatal 'fourth wave' of opioid epidemic

Vyvanse, pregnancy and breastfeeding

House lawmakers vote To block federal cannabis rescheduling

Watch what happens when a portrait artist takes LSD

Researchers caution against unregulated 'magic mushrooms'

Gen Z is abandoning alcohol

Researchers with lived experience: Closing the research-to-practice gap in substance use systems of care (Read the full paper here)

Brain neurotransmitter receptor antagonist found to prevent opioid addiction in mice

Seven-day buprenorphine is safe for those with minimal opioid withdrawal

Telehealth builds autonomy, trust in treating addiction

Marijuana’s new legal status must spark more research

Another study suggests GLP-1 meds could ease alcoholism

Cannabis medications could be eligible for FDA approval under proposed DEA rules

Is sex addiction a myth?

Psilocybin compound reduces cluster headache frequency by 50% in new study

New species of psilocybin mushrooms discovered in Africa

New compound could supercharge naloxone in fight against opioid overdoses

Americans' interest in microdosing psychedelics is growing

Women may face unique obstacles while seeking treatment for opioid use

Ketamine can help prevent depression relapses, study finds

Click here to read the full study in Nature Medicine

Problematic substance use is on the rise among seniors

Want to know more about treating older adults with substance use disorders? Take our continuing education course 

Google, TikTok ban telehealth firm's ads for ADHD medication following federal crackdown

Study shows cannabis catching up to alcohol as contributing factor in impaired driving crashes in Canada

Tackling depression with psychedelic-assisted therapies

Primary care-based intervention benefits long-term opioid users

As restrictions on cannabis and psychedelics ease, Americans dabble with ‘microdosing’

Marijuana no longer banned for some NCAA athletes

Rates of problem marijuana use are rising among older adults

Most Americans don’t know that primary care physicians can prescribe addiction treatment

A look at the comorbidity of eating disorders and addiction

Study finds improved brain function in heroin addicts after 15 weeks of treatment

Ketamine for depression: slow-release pills could make treatment more accessible

New publication shows effectiveness data for weekly and monthly buprenorphine injections in treating opioid dependence in individuals using fentanyl

People with severe alcohol use disorder may form and recall social memories differently

The proteins that drive drug addiction

Only a third of mental health clinics offer meds for opioid use disorder

Primary care-based intervention benefits long-term opioid users

Older people who use psychedelics show fascinating brain functions

'Medicaid unwinding' can be dangerous for those who need opioid addiction medications (NPR interview)

Cannabis use tied to increased risk of severe COVID

Marijuana rescheduling timeline and exclusions

Poison control center calls increased following psilocybin decriminalization

New study establishes best practices for supervised psilocybin

Kansas prisons will give naloxone to some inmates when they're released

Facebook study shows promise for Native women recovering from opioid addiction

Buprenorphine poses less of a risk to fetuses than methadone

Cannabis-related hospitalizations among older adults increase following legalization

CDC warns of ADHD medication disruption following telehealth arrests

Two-drug treatment could treat methamphetamine use disorder

Cardiovascular risks soar among daily cannabis users

Study examines care following nonfatal overdose among Medicare beneficiaries

Lost chances to treat overdose survivors are documented in new Medicare study

NIH-funded intervention did not impact opioid-related overdose death rates over evaluation period

Cannabis-induced psychosis disorder

Adderall shortage could affect over 40,000 Americans, CDC warns

Flying with marijuana: Will TSA stop you for edibles, CBD products in your luggage?

Study: Out-of-pocket costs impact naloxone access 

What to know about medetomidine and drug overdoses

Medetomidine in Chicago’s drug supply

Personal overdose loss drives addiction advocacy

Another psychedelic mushroom sold in gummies could be deadly

Psychedelic therapies could soon break through against addiction

DEA and FDA cooperate to fight the distribution and sale of illegal e-cigarettes

Inside the historic fight for more drug addiction services in nursing homes

Alcohol can raise the odds of breast cancer, but most women in the US aren't aware of the health risks

Among pregnant people, active treatment for addiction shouldn’t trigger a call to child protective services (Podcast)

Hypnosis for pain management can help reduce opioid consumption after surgery 

Federal government on expands access to mental health and substance use services 

Ketamine cystitis: The dangerous side effects of the drug's recreational use

Benefits and risks of treating opioid use disorder with ketamine

FDA analysis finds flaws in MDMA treatment study

The impact of mental health, substance use, and grief—and how poetry can heal.

Opinion: Supposed ‘tough-love’ policy is not the cure for SF’s addiction and homelessness epidemic

Alcoholics Anonymous more likely to benefit White Americans

How marijuana legalization is affecting use

FDA approval will help resolve questions on medical cannabis use

Prenatal amphetamine exposure impacts brain development

Dealers mix another potent sedative into U.S. street drugs causing 'mass overdoses'

At Las Vegas conference, methadone clinics blast idea of doctors prescribing directly 

Psychoactive drugs like ketamine and MDMA are having a moment. The FDA will soon weigh in.

Country music star Jelly Roll claims that marijua

Adderall abuse risks becoming another opioid crisis, DEA says

The role of peer counselors in addiction recovery is more essential than ever

Personality changes related to presence and treatment of substance use (disorders): a systematic review

Cannabis easier to get, more potent; youth mental health experts warn parents 

Harm reduction in the context of child well-being 

More than half of people using medical cannabis for pain experience withdrawal symptoms 

CBD demonstrates ability to relieve acute dental pain  

Teen depression and addiction: What's the link? 

Ketamine bladder: Special clinics as youth addiction 'explodes' in the U.K. 

SUDs in women and the importance of tailored treatment approaches 

Psychedelics could pose risks for people with personality disorders, study finds