News about opioids and other drugs often makes headlines, but what about progress for those with alcohol use disorder? In our quarterly series, we scour the news for the latest in science; law, policy and best practice; and opinion and culture related to alcohol use, and we present the links to you for your convenience.

COVID-19 is affecting every aspect of our lives, including our relationship with alcohol use, treatment, and recovery. We have included some resources below to help you navigate these unprecedented times, and invite you to explore our Treatment Guide to learn more about alcohol use disorder.

Science

Severity and symptoms: Study links alcohol use disorder to other psychiatric conditions

Orexo Submits Application for Vorvida® to the FDA to Enable Commercialization in the US

Varenicline curbs alcohol craving but fails to improve drinking-related outcomes

Gabapentin seems efficacious for alcohol use disorder

Alcohol use disorder strongly linked to suicide risk, study finds

Management of Alcohol Withdrawal in the Emergency Department: Current Perspectives

Doctor urges alcohol moderation during pandemic to maintain a healthy immune system

Predicting relapse after alcohol use disorder treatment in a high-risk cohort: The roles of anhedonia and smoking

Study: PTSD Found in 84% of Adults with ADHD Seeking Treatment for Alcohol Use Disorder

Alcohol Abuse Genetic Study Implicates Additional Variants in Risk of Problem Drinking

 

Law, Policy & Best Practice

Online Help to Stay Sober During a Pandemic

Drinking and the Damage Done

Alcohol does not protect against COVID-19; access should be restricted during lockdown

NIAAA Fact Sheet: Alcohol treatment and physical distancing

 

Opinion & Culture

‘You’re not alone’: How the recovery community is sticking together during the coronavirus shut downs

In need of connection, those in recovery flock to virtual meetings

How to Stay Sober During A Global Pandemic

People in addiction treatment are losing crucial support during coronavirus pandemic

Treating Substance Use Disorders in the Era of COVID-19

Reframing alcohol abuse as treatable cuts stigma

How to Know If You’re Drinking Too Much Right Now

Telemedicine for alcohol use disorder isn’t just a fad

NIAAA Director: Alcohol poses different challenges during COVID-19 pandemic

Could All Those Quarantinis Lead to Drinking Problems?