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Alcohol Dependence Genes Tied to Rapid Alzheimer’s Progression
Summary: One of the new studies analyzed gene expression in brain cells of those living with Alzheimer’s and alcohol use disorder (AUD), and they…
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Methadone Reduces Treatment Dropout More Than Buprenorphine
Summary: One of the most extensive studies to date shows that methadone has much lower dropout rates when used to treat opioid use disorder…
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Chronic Pain from Alcohol Withdrawal May Be Permanent
Summary: One of the new studies shows that alcohol may increase the chances of developing chronic pain. It found that prolonged alcohol abuse may…
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This Once Daily Anti-Epileptic Drug Seems to Help Treat Alzheimer’s
Summary: One of the new studies showed that one of the anti-epilepsy medications can be of significant help in preventing the progress of mild…
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Researchers developing psychedelic therapy as a faster treatment for depression and PTSD
Summary: Depression is on the rise. Major depression needs medical care, as it considerably increases the risk of self-harm. Although many medications help treat…
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Why Mixing Alcohol and Phentermine Is Dangerous?
Mixing alcohol and phentermine is dangerous because one is a sedative and the other a stimulant, so their combined effect on the brain is…
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Criteria Update Regarding Commonly Used Anti-Seizure Drug
Summary: Recently, the UK MHRA has updated its guidelines, making it quite difficult for doctors to prescribe valproate to women and men below the…
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Bridging the Gaps in Post-Overdose Care for Medicare Beneficiaries
Summary: A federal study reveals critical gaps in post-overdose care for Medicare beneficiaries, highlighting the need for timely interventions like MOUD and naloxone to…
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Researchers Identify Six Distinct Types of Anxiety & Depression
Summary: A new study using brain scans, computer algorithms, or AI found that all anxiety or depression patients can be classified into six different…
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Some psychological interventions do more harm than good
Summary: Many psychological interventions might either not work or even cause harm. Unlike medications, these therapies are not well regulated. Psychological interventions do not…