Early-life Stress Differentially Impacts Reward Circuitry in Mice

August 1, 2014
Science Highlight

NIH system to monitor emerging drug trends

July 17, 2014
Data from the National Drug Early Warning System will promote rapid and effective public health responses

The Future of Genotyping in Addiction Treatment

July 9, 2014
Science Highlight

NIDA review summarizes research on marijuana’s negative health effects

June 4, 2014
Comprehensive review published in the New England Journal of Medicine also discusses why risks are greatest for teen users

MDMA can be fatal in warm environments

June 3, 2014
NIH preclinical study suggests higher risk of death is associated with warmer brain temperature

Small Study Reveals Clinicians’ Widely Varied Use of Prescription Drug Monitoring Program Information

May 28, 2014
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Clarifying the Role(s) of the Medial Prefrontal Cortex in Cocaine Addiction

May 22, 2014
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NIH Pain Consortium’s first pain care curriculum improves clinical skills

May 21, 2014
Interactive module improves medical student care for elderly back pain patient “Edna”

The Link Between Early Stress and Drug Abuse May Involve Catecholamines and Delay Discounting

May 20, 2014
Science Highlight

NIDA offers tools for talking to teens about marijuana

May 20, 2014
Guides target both teens and parents with up-to-date science-based facts on marijuana

2014 Avant-Garde Awards focus on strengthening the immune system

May 19, 2014
NIH’s HIV/AIDS research awards offer hope in battling HIV infection and improving long-term outcomes in HIV-infected drug users

Study of third hand nicotine from e-cigarette exposure wins top NIH Addiction Science Award

May 16, 2014
Other honors awarded to project using theoretical model of GABA(A) receptor to screen potential medications; study exploring cognitive control in multitaskers

Gene variant found to make quitting smoking less likely even when the stakes are high

May 7, 2014
Science Highlight

Dr. Joni Rutter to lead NIDA’s genetics and basic science research division

May 6, 2014
Rutter to lead institute’s efforts to explore the relationship between genes, environment, and the neuroscience of addiction

HHS leaders call for expanded use of medications to combat opioid overdose epidemic

April 24, 2014
New England Journal of Medicine commentary describes that vital medications are currently underutilized in addiction treatment services and discusses ongoing efforts by major public health agencies to encourage their use

Antiretroviral Treatment During Incarceration Can Produce Optimal Viral Suppression

April 8, 2014
Science Highlight

Implementing Screening, Brief Intervention, and Referral to Treatment (SBIRT) under the Affordable Care Act

April 7, 2014
Science Highlight

Novel THC Analogues Hold Promise for the Development of Safer, More Effective Cannabinoid Medications

March 26, 2014
Science Highlight

Smoking cessation associated with lower rates of mood/anxiety and alcohol use disorders

March 14, 2014
Science Highlight

Weaker brain connections tied to self-control predict cigarette cravings during nicotine withdrawal

March 13, 2014
Science Highlight

Computer-Assisted Delivery of Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy: Efficacy and durability of CBT4CBT among cocaine-dependent individuals maintained on methadone

February 28, 2014
Science Highlight

Increased HAART coverage associated with a decrease in morbidity, mortality, and transmission of HIV

February 26, 2014
Science Highlight

New Study Shows Dry, Contaminated Objects May Transmit HCV for Weeks

February 24, 2014
Science Highlight

New substance abuse treatment resources focus on teens

January 23, 2014
Guide on treating teen substance abuse and online education for healthcare providers now available

Medication Shows Promise for Treating Methamphetamine Addiction

January 16, 2014
Science Highlight

Severe mental illness tied to higher rates of substance use

January 3, 2014
New NIH study shows that certain protective factors do not exist in those with severe mental illness

Sixty percent of 12th graders do not view regular marijuana use as harmful

December 18, 2013
NIH’s 2013 Monitoring the Future Survey shows high rates of marijuana use; decreases in abuse of pain relievers and synthetic drugs

Stimulant-addicted patients can quit smoking without hindering treatment

December 10, 2013
New NIH study dispels concerns about addressing tobacco addiction among substance abuse patients

New breath test may detect recent marijuana use

November 21, 2013
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