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- New Data Revealed Regarding Criteria for Alcohol Use Disorders
New research finds that “the relative severity of the 11 DSM-IV alcohol use disorder (AUD) criteria are represented by their severity threshold scores, an item response theory (IRT) model parameter inversely proportional to their prevalence. These scores can be used to create a continuous severity measure comprising the total number of criteria endorsed, each weighted by its relative severity.” The study, titled “A multidimensional assessment of the validity and utility of alcohol use disorder severity as determined by item response theory models,” is published in Drug and Alcohol Dependence.
- Substance Abuse Treatment for the Uninsured Worker
The National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDUH) provides much-needed information about substance abuse treatment and the role of health insurance in ensuring that those needing treatment are receiving it.
The primary source for healthcare coverage in the United States is employer-sponsored insurance for those under the age of 65. However, many low-wage jobs do not include healthcare coverage, or because of escalating premiums and deductibles, employees are opting out of employer-sponsored healthcare coverage.
To establish which persons are uninsured, employed, and in need of substance abuse treatment, the NSDUH asks a battery of questions relate
- Data Examines First-Time and Repeat Substance Abuse Treatment
No matter how effective a drug abuse treatment program, there is always the chance of relapse. In fact, a common pattern among substance abusers is relapse after a period of abstinence. According to the Treatment Episode Data Set (TEDS) on substance abuse treatment admissions in 2006, repeat admissions were more likely than first time admissions for specific substances.
- Alcohol Rehab Resources
Here are some helpful resources if you are researching treatment for alcohol addiction:
- Cancer Drugs May Help Treat Alcoholism
New studies on flies and mice have shown that a class of cancer drugs could help beat alcohol addiction. The research showed that when treated with the drugs, animals with a mutant version of a gene called “happyhour” grow increasingly resistant to the effects of alcohol. The gene normally works by blocking the Epidermal Growth Factor (EGF) pathway, which plays a role in cancer. Drugs that are designed to inhibit the EGF receptor have been approved by the FDA for the treatment on non-small-cell lung cancer.
- ‘Cure’ for Alcoholism Has Its Fans, Detractors
Chronic alcoholics often lament that if there were a medical cure to help them stop drinking, they’d take it. Read More…
- Choosing an Alcohol Rehab
Choosing an alcohol rehab can be an anxiety-provoking experience. However, if you are one of the lucky few who have admitted to yourself you have a problem and want help, you have taken the first step.
- Asking for Help – Alcohol Rehab and Treatment
Most people delay treatment longer than necessary. Sometimes the main reason they delay treatment is simply because they do not want to ask for help. They feel ashamed or embarrassed. They are afraid the wrong person will find out.
