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The DRAM, Vol.14(12) - Always an alcoholic? Drinking identity transitions in self-directed alcohol recovery

This week, as part of our Special Series on Self-Directed Recovery, The DRAM reviews a study by Kevin Montes and colleagues that examined the relationship between self-identification as a problem drinker and the course of self-directed recovery from alcohol use disorder. Read more →

The WAGER, Vol. 23(11) - Do people with severe gambling-related problems recover on their own?

This week, as part of our Special Series on Self-Directed Recovery, The WAGER reviews a study by Vladyslav Kushnir and colleagues that explores how changes in severity of gambling-related problems and gambling behaviors over time relate to self-directed change. Read more →

Introduction to the Special Series on Self-Directed Recovery

Today, we launch the Special Series on Self-Directed Recovery, to celebrate the many pathways to recovery. Read more →

STASH, Vol.14(11) - Religion and problem substance use in disadvantaged urban mothers

This week, STASH reviews a study examining the relationship between religious involvement and hazardous substance use among single, urban mothers of low socioeconomic status. Read more →

ASHES, Vol.14(11) - Reviewing the evidence: Can meditation reduce smoking?

This week, ASHES reviews a study that looks at how effective mindfulness meditation practices are at helping people reduce or quit tobacco. Read more →

The DRAM, Vol. 14(11) - Is abstinence necessary for alcohol treatment success?

This week, The DRAM reviews a study by Katie Witkiewitz and colleagues that explores how patterns of drinking during treatment relate to social and personal problems three years later. Read more →

The WAGER, Vol. 23(10) - Gambling disorder and mental health disorders

This week, The WAGER reviews a study by Ryan Nicholson and colleagues that explores how DSM changes relate to GD and mental health disorders. Read more →

STASH, Vol.14(10) - Decreased pain, increased risk: The role of marijuana in the opioid crisis

This week, STASH reviews a study that examines whether marijuana use changes the risk of non-medical prescription opioid use. Read more →

ASHES, Vol. 14(10) - E-cigarettes, cigarettes, and dual use: Which behavior predicts marijuana use among high school students?

This week, ASHES reviews a study by Sunday Azagba that explores e-cigarette, cigarette, and marijuana use among Canadian high school students. Read more →

The DRAM, Vol.14(10) - Transcendental Meditation for Alcohol Use Disorder: A helpful treatment component?

This week, The DRAM reviews a study that assesses the feasibility and efficacy of incorporating Transcendental Meditation (TM) into an inpatient AUD treatment program. Read more →