Cannabis Use Disorder Carries Greater Psychiatric Risk for Adolescents Than Adults, Study Finds
Cannabis use disorder adolescent psychiatry risks are significant and differ from those in adults. This study highlights elevated psychiatric risks in adolescents with cannabis use disorder. Understanding these risks is crucial for clinical care and…
12-Month Patient-Reported Outcomes Among Urine Toxicology-Identified Substance Users After Elective Spine Surgery: A Prospective Longitudinal Cohort Study.
While prior studies have examined the role of opioids, alcohol, and marijuana use on early postoperative outcomes after elective spine surgery, longitudinal ...
Safety and Efficacy of Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitors in Patients Using Psychoactive Substances
Monoamine oxidase inhibitors drug interactions are critical to understand for patients using psychoactive substances. This review highlights safety considerations and treatment data. MAOIs remain important for treatment-resistant psychiatric conditions…
Reductions in Cigarette and Cannabis Use During Alcohol Treatment
This study reveals polysubstance use alcohol treatment patterns with significant cigarette reductions and a biphasic cannabis use trend. Participants in an alcohol use disorder trial showed early cannabis decreases followed by later increases.…
Understanding PTSD Alcohol and Cannabis Use in Trauma Survivors
PTSD alcohol cannabis use is a significant concern in trauma survivors, with insomnia symptoms predicting increased substance use. This highlights the endocannabinoid system's role in post-trauma recovery. Early treatment of insomnia may help reduce PTSD…
Digital Smoking Cessation Programs in HIV Care
Digital smoking cessation programs HIV provide tailored support for people living with HIV. These programs enable remote access to evidence-based cessation tools. Digital therapeutics show promising effectiveness in this underserved population.
Endocannabinoid System in Trauma: Clinical Research Evidence
Clinical research highlights the role of the endocannabinoid system trauma substance use connection in posttraumatic outcomes. Insomnia symptoms before trauma predict higher rates of alcohol and cannabis use. Understanding this link aids early…
Patient Perspectives on Non-Traumatic Painful Upper-Extremity Conditions and Substance Use
This study explored patient experiences with non traumatic painful upper extremity conditions and co-occurring risky substance use. It assessed perspectives on integrated web-based mind-body interventions addressing both conditions. Findings highlight…
Endocannabinoid System Research: Trauma and Substance Use
Pre-trauma insomnia alcohol cannabis risk is a significant predictor of increased substance use following trauma exposure. Research shows that posttraumatic stress disorder partially mediates this relationship. Early identification and treatment of…
Impact of Cannabis Use on Trauma-Focused Treatment Outcomes
Cannabis use and trauma-focused treatment outcomes show comparable effectiveness for individuals with PTSD and substance use disorder. Evidence indicates cannabis does not significantly impair trauma-focused therapy results. This supports continued…