Effects of forced-withdrawal vs. continued methadone maintenance on incarcerated individuals

Posted on June 7, 2015 by Dr. Howard Chusid

Inmates receiving continued methadone maintenance during incarceration are more likely to re-engage in maintenance treatment following release Background Methadone is an effective treatment for opioid dependence. When people who are receiving methadone maintenance treatment for opioid dependence are incarcerated in prison or jail, most US correctional facilities discontinue their methadone treatment, either gradually, or more often, abruptly. Read more about Effects of forced-withdrawal vs. continued methadone maintenance on incarcerated individuals[…]

Alcohol Problems Affect About 33 Million U.S. Adults

Posted on June 7, 2015 by Dr. Howard Chusid

Many do not get treated About 14% of U.S. adults have alcohol-related problems, according to new data on Americans’ drinking behaviors. The new study, published in the journal JAMA Psychiatry, looked at the prevalence of drinking issues based on a new definition for alcohol use disorders in the DSM-5 handbook. The new definition classifies problem drinkers as Read more about Alcohol Problems Affect About 33 Million U.S. Adults[…]

How Much Alcohol Is Too Much? A New Study Has Answers

Posted on June 2, 2015 by Dr. Howard Chusid

Alcohol, at least in moderation, can help the heart, but too much can be toxic. The latest study tells you where to draw the line For decades, there’s been a steady line of literature welcomed by anyone who enjoys a regular drink or two: that moderate drinking can actually protect you from having a Read more about How Much Alcohol Is Too Much? A New Study Has Answers[…]