The Brief Addiction Science Information Source (BASIS)

STASH, Vol. 18(11) – Anniversary reaction: Substance use and suicide in the wake of a parent’s death

This week, STASH reviews a study by Ayako Hiyoshi and colleagues that examined whether the risk of substance use disorder and suicide-related behavior among children increases around the date of their parent’s death and subsequent anniversaries. Read more →

ASHES, Vol. 18(11) – Healthcare providers’ perceptions of smokers’ responsibility for smoking

This week, ASHES reviews a study by Eline Meijer and Niels H. Chavannes that examined healthcare providers’ perceptions of smokers’ responsibility for smoking and how it relates to provider views on barriers to and the implementation of smoking cessation care. Read more →

The DRAM, Vol. 18(11) - Stretch goals: The impact of exercise on alcohol consumption

This week, The DRAM reviews a study by Victoria Gunillasdotter and colleagues that examined how exercise and phone-based clinical treatment compare when it comes to decreasing alcohol consumption among people with alcohol use disorder who haven’t sought treatment. Read more →

The WAGER, Vol. 27(10) - Skin in the game or skins on the game? Adolescent esports gambling and its relationship with problem gambling

This week, The WAGER reviews a study by Nerilee Hing and colleagues that examined the relationships between esports betting and problem gambling. Read more →