This week, STASH reviews a study by Angélica Meinhofer and Adrian Rubli that examined how legalizing recreational cannabis has affected the prices of illegal drugs. Read more →
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ASHES, Vol. 17(9) - Are vaping and smoking similar, in terms of quitting?
This week, ASHES reviews a study by Sherald Sanchez and colleagues that examined the similarities and differences between vaping and smoking in relation to cessation. Read more →
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Tuesday, August 17, 2021
The DRAM, Vol. 17(9) - Does television exposure to alcohol influence youth drinking behaviors?
This week, The DRAM reviews a study by Joy Gabrielli and colleagues that examined alcohol product placement within television series and its relationship to youth brand affiliation and drinking behaviors. Read more →
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Tuesday, August 10, 2021
The WAGER, Vol. 26(8) – Public perceptions of substance and behavioral addictions: Is there a difference?
This week, The WAGER reviews a study by Seth Jamieson and Chris Dowrick that investigated the public perception of substance and behavioral addictions in the UK. Read more →
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Tuesday, August 03, 2021
STASH, Vol. 17(8) – Accurate knowledge of a Good Samaritan law among people who use drugs
This week, STASH reviews a study by Soroush Moallef and colleagues that evaluated the prevalence of and factors associated with accurate knowledge of Good Samaritan laws among people who use illicit drugs in Vancouver, British Columbia. Read more →
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Addiction & the Humanities - Are video games normalizing addictive behaviors?Video games often contain ‘adult’ content that may not be appropriate for younger players, such as gambling and alcohol, tobacco, and other substance use. Addiction & the Humanities explores the pervasiveness and portrayal of these themes within video games and discusses the implications they may have on stakeholders and consumers – including children and adolescents.
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Addiction & the Humanities - The portrayal of Gambling Disorder in Uncut GemsThis week, Addiction & the Humanities looks at a portrayal of Gambling Disorder in Uncut Gems, a film that depicts the story of a New York City jewelry dealer who continues to gamble despite his increasing debt.
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Addiction & the Humanities - Does Netflix have a smoking problem?Depictions of tobacco use are on the rise in programming found on streaming platforms. This week, Addiction & the Humanities investigates smoking imagery in popular shows that attract young viewers, such as Netflix’s Stranger Things.