This week, STASH reviews a study by Meredith W. Francis that investigated differences in the recovery networks of women in treatment for a substance use disorder and whether these impact abstinence outcomes. Read more →
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ASHES, Vol. 17(11) - Can e-cigarettes help smokers quit cigarettes?
This week, ASHES reviews a randomized controlled trial by Katie Myers Smith and colleagues on the relative efficacy of e-cigarettes and nicotine replacement therapy for quitting smoking. Read more →
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Tuesday, October 12, 2021
The DRAM, Vol. 17(11) - College: A time to drink with friends or a time to drink because of friends?
This week, The DRAM reviews a study by Allecia Reid that examined the impact of heavy drinking peers at a college on student drinking behavior. Read more →
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Tuesday, October 05, 2021
The WAGER, Vol. 26(10) - What are the cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) outcomes among women with Gambling Disorder?
This week, The WAGER reviews a study by Marta Baño and colleagues that examined the short-term therapy outcomes of group CBT among women with Gambling Disorder. 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.