In episode 68 we discuss an article about adding behavioral treatments to buprenorphine for opioid use disorder.
McHugh RK, et al. Behavioral Therapy as an Adjunct to Buprenorphine Treatment for Opioid Use Disorder: A Secondary Analysis of 4 Randomized Clinical Trials. JAMA Netw Open. 2025 Aug 1;8(8):e2528529.
We also discuss online gambling addiction, and neuroanatomy that predisposes adolescents to addiction.
Stat News: Head of addiction medicine society warns of treatment cuts and rising threat of gambling
Miller AP, et al. Neuroanatomical Variability and Substance Use Initiation in Late Childhood and Early Adolescence. JAMA Netw Open. 2024;7(12):e2452027.
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