Addiction & Substance Use

What are the connections between cannabis use and the onset of psychotic disorders?

Use this protocol, presented at the 2024 APA Annual Meeting, in patients with cannabis use disorder to bolster likelihood of cannabis cessation or reduction in use.

What is the potential impact of social media overuse and mental health crises in young patients?

A look at the theme for the 2024 American Psychiatric Association Annual Meeting.

Which is the best recommendation for the treatment of alcohol use disorder?

How can psychiatric clinicians improve outcomes for this unique patient population?

How can novel technologies help address stigma and improve care for patients with SUDs?

The proposed change acknowledges the medical applications of marijuana.

A look at the distinction between qualifying conditions and FDA-approved indications for medical marijuana use.

"In the face of such a pervasive crisis, being present for those with addiction can ignite hope and foster healing."

This first update in 20 years is contained in a recent rule issued by SAMHSA.

What is new in research on opioid use disorder?

Study results suggest the potential for a scalable, single-dose treatment approach.

What are the most effective approaches to SUD treatment in this unique patient population?

Explore the devastating impact of substance abuse, human trafficking, and conflict on individuals and communities.

How can telehealth aid in the treatment of opioid use disorders in this patient population?

Take a look back at our recent coverage relating to our April content theme.

What is new in research on alcohol use disorder?

In honor of this year’s National Alcohol Screening Day, here’s a look back at some recent coverage in Psychiatric Times about the diagnosis, treatment, and management of alcohol misuse.

Write to us now to be part of our series focused on addiction and substance use disorders this month.

What is new in research on COVID-19?

What is new in research on child and adolescent psychiatry?

The experts weighed in on a wide variety of psychiatric issues for the February 2024 issue of Psychiatric Times.

Here are some updates from the world of psychiatry throughout the month of February.

Neuropsychiatric disorders regularly occur following traumatic brain injury and are often diagnosed within the first year postinjury. Diagnosis and treatment of neuropsychiatric disorders can be difficult due to a number of interacting factors, such as preinjury psychiatric history, lesion location, injury severity, substance misuse, and psychosocial complications. Clinicians should use a highly individualized approach to diagnosis and treatment planning.