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Advertisements for tobacco products were banned on subways, buses, and commuter railroads by the New York’s Metropolitan Transportation Authority in 1992.  The chairman of the M.T.A. at the time, Peter E. Stangl, expressed concerns about free speech, but concluded, “…we ...

Searching for reputable addiction treatment providers can be confusing. Many families begin by seeking help online but, according to a recent New York Times article, prosecutors and health advocates have warned that many online searches are leading those seeking help to ...

A gene variant called SEMA3A is significantly associated with the risk of developing both major depression and alcohol dependence in African Americans, according to a study published in the journal JAMA Psychiatry. People with alcohol use disorder (AUD) or major ...

A new treatment protocol incorporating telemedicine, a mobile app, and recovery coaching to reduce alcohol use privately from home has been launched by Ria Health. Developed by a group of leading addiction experts, Ria Health’s program aims to remove barriers ...

The National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA) has released a new online resource to help people find the most appropriate care when looking for treatment for alcohol use disorder (AUD).  The Alcohol Treatment Navigator was designed as a ...

Heavy drinkers given 11 minutes of mindfulness training drank less over the week following training than others in the same study who were taught relaxation techniques. “We found that a very brief, simple exercise in mindfulness can help drinkers cut ...

Researchers who analyzed focus group feedback and interviews with substance use disorder (SUD) treatment providers found integrated collaborative care to be an effective way to deliver treatment to patients. Their goal was to find the best ways to develop and ...