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This course reviews culturally tailored substance use interventions for Indigenous adults in North America. Through a systematic review of 18 studies, participants will explore the prevalence of substance use disorders...  Read More

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This article explores the role of gaming passion in distinguishing between healthy and problematic gaming behavior. Drawing on the dualistic model of passion, which differentiates between harmonious and obsessive passion,...  Read More

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Treating Traumatic Stress and Substance Misuse: A Guide to Integrative Practice is a comprehensive clinical resource for professionals working with individuals who experience co-occurring trauma and substance use disorders. This...  Read More

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Treating Traumatic Stress and Substance Misuse: A Guide to Integrative Practice is a comprehensive clinical resource for professionals working with individuals who experience co-occurring trauma and substance use disorders. This...  Read More

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This course presents a comprehensive scoping review of risk and protective factors associated with cannabis-related negative consequences (CRNCs), such as interpersonal conflict, psychological distress, and neglect of responsibilities. Drawing on...  Read More

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This course explores the findings of a large-scale study examining the relationship between childhood maltreatment (CM) and substance craving among individuals in treatment for substance use disorders (SUD). Drawing on...  Read More

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Predicting Gambling Situations 1 credit

The Roles of Impulsivity Substance Use and Post-Traumatic Stress

This intermediate-level course explores the complex relationship between post-traumatic stress symptoms (PTSS), gambling disorder (GD), and comorbid factors such as impulsivity and substance use. Drawing on research involving both recreational...  Read More

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Poly-prescription Drug Misuse Across the Life Course 1 credit

Prevalence and correlates across different adult age cohorts in the U S

This course examines the prevalence, risk factors, and public health implications of poly-prescription drug misuse (poly-PDM) across adult age cohorts in the United States. Using data from the National Survey...  Read More

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This course explores the essential role families play in the recovery process for adults with Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD). Drawing from decades of empirical research, it examines how family systems...  Read More

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Autonomic Responses During Gambling on Slot Machines 1.5 credits

the Effect of Outcome Type and Sex in a large community sample of young adults

This study examines how different slot machine outcomes—wins, near-misses (before and after the payline), and full-misses—affect both autonomic (heart rate and skin conductance) and subjective responses in young adults. It...  Read More

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This scoping review examines the cultural adaptations of substance use disorder (SUD) treatments for Latinx communities. It identifies key justifications for adaptation, processes used to tailor interventions, specific cultural modifications...  Read More

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Patterns of Cannabis and Alcohol Co-Use 1 credit

Substitution Versus Complementary Effects

This review explores the co-use of alcohol and cannabis, focusing on whether cannabis acts as a substitute (reducing alcohol use) or a complement (enhancing alcohol consumption). It synthesizes evidence from...  Read More

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Addiction and the Brain 1.25 credits

Development Not Disease

This article critically examines the brain disease model of addiction and proposes an alternative developmental-learning framework. The author argues that addiction results from neuroplastic changes similar to those seen in...  Read More

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Stigmatizing Imagery for Substance Use Disorders 1 credit

a qualitative exploration

This study explores the impact of stigmatizing imagery associated with substance use disorders (SUD) and its influence on individuals with lived experience. Through qualitative methods, researchers identified images that reinforce...  Read More

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This review examines the effects of alcohol and cannabis use on adolescent brain development, synthesizing findings from 43 longitudinal studies. The article highlights how heavy alcohol consumption is linked to...  Read More

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Meeting of Minds Around Food Addiction 1.5 credits

Insights from Addiction Medicine, Nutrition, Psychology, and Neurosciences

This review explores the emerging concept of food addiction (FA) from the perspectives of addiction medicine, nutrition, psychology, and behavioral neurosciences. It highlights how FA, though not officially recognized as...  Read More

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This study examines the barriers and supports to substance use disorder (SUD) recovery in Minnesota, using data collected from individuals with lived recovery experience. By employing a qualitative needs assessment,...  Read More

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Maybe It's Not the Meth 1.25 credits

Considering Biopsychosocial Contributors to Cognitive Impairment in Methamphetamine Polydrug Use

This study investigates the biopsychosocial and neuropsychological factors contributing to cognitive impairment in individuals with heavy methamphetamine (MA) use as part of a polydrug history, compared to those using only...  Read More

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Problematic Opioid Use Among Older Adults 1 credit

Epidemiology, Adverse Outcomes and Treatment Considerations

This article summarizes research on older adults affected by problematic opioid use, with both illicit and prescription opioids. It outlines adverse effects, risk factors, as well as available treatment options....  Read More

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The article titled "Influence of anxious attachment on the relationship between primary emotions and substance-related addictive behaviors" by Jürgen Fuchshuber et al. investigates the role of anxious attachment in mediating...  Read More

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