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"Stigma keeps families, it keeps patients, it keeps those that need help in the shadows...we need to change our entire framework on how we wrap support around families -- just as if they were struck with diabetes or cancer or Alzheimer's." #stigma #addiction
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New DEA Public Safety Advisory warns about an increasingly dangerous illicit drug supply driven by fentanyl mixed with other synthetic substances, which are making the drug supply more unpredictable & more deadly than ever before. Read more: bit.ly/3RJ8XBb
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A study found that combining naltrexone bupropion reduced methamphetamine use and improved depressive symptoms early in treatment. Depression is highly prevalent among individuals with MUD and is strongly associated with poorer long-term outcomes. More: bit.ly/4nwCcDj
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Understanding the brain science of addiction is key to ending the #stigma around it. Substance use disorders hijack the brain and disrupt the survival hardwiring. Watch the full video explainer at bit.ly/3oPau5x
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Join us TOMORROW for a free webinar on prevention research supported by NIDA. Learn about evidence-based strategies to prevent substance use initiation and progression & the latest scientific advances shaping the future of prevention research.
Register: bit.ly/4cXjL6Z
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In this Ask the Expert video, Dr. Bonnie Halpern-Felsher with @StanfordTPT discusses the importance of screening regularly, building patient-provider trust, and using validated screening tools.
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Why are more teens using cannabis? Dr. Bonnie Halpern-Felsher with @StanfordTPT highlights several key drivers, including appealing flavors, discreet products like edibles and vapes, targeted marketing, and continued access despite age restrictions.
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Cannabis use can impact nearly every part of the body, particularly for young people. Dr. Bonnie Halpern-Felsher with @StanfordTPT explains how cannabis can impact memory, mental health, & overall brain development, along with effects on the lungs, heart, motor control & more.
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Cannabis potency has changed dramatically over the past decade, increasing from 5-10% in the past to 20% today. In this video, Dr. Bonnie Halpern-Felsher with @StanfordTPT discusses how these shifts are contributing to growing concerns about addiction and mental health risks.
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What does addiction really mean? This excerpt from Understanding Addiction: A Guide for Families, author Jessica Hulsey explores the science & the importance of using a biopsychosocial approach to better understand the factors that contribute to addiction. bit.ly/3Psk1lB
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Understanding the brain science of addiction is key to ending the #stigma around it. Substance use disorders hijack the brain and disrupt the survival hardwiring. bit.ly/3oPau5x #addiction #StopTheStigma
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Join us on June 11 for a webinar exploring the science of addiction and models of recovery for substance use disorders. Learn about the neurobiology of addiction, the current research on recovery models, and emerging innovations.
Register here: bit.ly/3OZ91Ms
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In this Ask the Expert video, Dr. Redonna Chandler highlights how early initiation of cannabis, often during adolescence when the brain is more vulnerable, can contribute to the development of cannabis use disorder.
Watch the full video: bit.ly/4nliTNn
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What treatments are available for cannabis use disorder? Several behavioral therapies have shown effectiveness, such as CBT, contingency management, and family-based interventions
Dr. Redonna Chandler explains more.
Watch the full video: bit.ly/4nliTNn
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In this Ask the Expert video, Dr. Redonna Chandler explains the common psychological and physical symptoms of cannabis withdrawal, including irritability, anxiety, sleep problems, physical discomfort, and more.
Watch the full video: bit.ly/4nliTNn
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How is cannabis use disorder (CUD) diagnosed?
Dr. Redonna Chandler explains the DSM-5 diagnostic criteria and levels of severity for CUD.
Watch the full video: bit.ly/4nliTNn
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What does cannabis use mean for your heart health? Research shows:
š« Cannabis use is linked to an increased risk of heart attack
ā ļø Associated with higher risk of stroke
š May impact overall cardiovascular health, especially with regular use
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What are the risks of cannabis use for pregnancy and reproductive health? This short explainer highlights what research is showing.
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Join us on May 19 at 1 PM ET for a webinar on prevention research supported by the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA). Learn about the evidence-based approaches, real-world applications, and the future of prevention science.
Register today: bit.ly/4cXjL6Z
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What does cannabis use mean for your health? As cannabis becomes more widely used, understanding these risksāespecially for young peopleāis critical.
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