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Substance-Induced Psychiatric Disorders, Epigenetic and Microbiome Alterations, and Potential for Therapeutic Interventions
Substance use disorder is a chronic condition often linked to psychotic symptoms, influenced by genetics and environment. Diet modifications may help reduce these symptoms by altering gene expression.
Management of Alcohol and Tobacco Use Disorders in a 39-Year-Old Hispanic Male With a Complex Medical Background: A Case Report
This article highlights how bariatric surgery can complicate the treatment of alcohol and tobacco use disorders due to altered substance metabolism. It presents a case of a patient with increased alcohol intake following surgery.
Effects of MDMA-assisted therapy for PTSD on self-experience
MDMA-assisted therapy significantly reduced PTSD symptoms in individuals with severe PTSD. It also improved self-experience measures like alexithymia and self-compassion, which are important for treatment success.
Side-effects of MDMA-assisted psychotherapy: A systematic review and meta-analysis
MDMA-assisted psychotherapy appears safe and well-tolerated across various psychiatric conditions. However, reporting of side effects in some studies could be improved.
Bad habits–good goals? Meta-analysis and translation of the habit construct to alcoholism
Addiction is often linked to "bad" habits. The article reviews habit and goal-directed behavior in alcohol use disorder, noting that both are part of complex decision-making.
In re J.P; In re E.S.
The SJC upheld a law requiring clinical evidence for juvenile substance use disorder findings. E.S.'s commitment for fentanyl risk was affirmed, but J.P.'s was reversed due to insufficient evidence of likely serious harm.
The impact of civil commitment laws for substance use disorder on opioid overdose deaths
Opioid use and overdose deaths have significantly risen, leading 34 states and D.C. to adopt civil commitment laws for substance use disorder (SUD). These laws allow courts to mandate SUD treatment for individuals meeting specific criteria.
Views and experiences of involuntary civil commitment of people who use drugs in Massachusetts (Section 35)
Involuntary civil commitment for substance use treatment is used in 38 U.S. states and D.C., including Massachusetts. Research on its effectiveness and potential for harm is mixed.
Investigating the neurobiology of maternal Opioid Use Disorder and prenatal opioid exposure using brain organoid technology
Opioids remain a major global health concern, particularly for pregnant women. Rising opioid use disorder and related treatments in mothers highlight the urgent need to understand opioids' impact on the developing brain.
Edwards v. State
Edwards' conviction for injury to a child was reversed. The court ruled there was insufficient evidence her baby suffered serious mental deficiency from ingesting cocaine through breastfeeding.
Bennett v. State
The court upheld Bennett's death sentence, finding new evidence of trauma and mental illness would not have altered the sentencing outcome.
State v. Starkgraf
The court upheld a drug court participant's termination, finding rule violations and lack of progress despite controlled opioid use disorder.
United States v. Reyes-Correa
The First Circuit vacated a 36-month sentence for supervised release violation. The court found the maximum sentence unsupported, given Reyes' substance use and mental health issues.
BDP v. Commonwealth
The court reversed an involuntary drug treatment order under Casey's Law. Although fentanyl use was shown, the court lacked a required physician exam.
United States v. Johnson
The court granted compassionate release to a man, finding his incarceration during the pandemic, given his trauma and lack of treatment, was overly punitive.