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Research Updates

Navigating the Gap

Written by Jessica Williams | May 31, 2013

A compelling method for working in the space between addiction research and practice.

Filed Under: Evidence-Based and Best Practices, IRETA and Our Services, Research Updates

Regulation will Change Cigarettes in the Future–The Question is When

Written by Jessica Williams | May 9, 2013

Since its founding in 1906, the function of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has been to protect and promote public health by ensuring that the products placed for sale on the market are safe for consumers. Now, the FDA is working to adjust nicotine to “non-addictive levels.”

Filed Under: Addiction in the News, Pittsburgh, Research Updates

What New Recovery Research is Teaching Us

Written by Jessica Williams | May 3, 2013

First-of-its kind survey begins to measure the effect of recovery

Filed Under: Addiction in the News, Research Updates

Is Liquor Privatization a Public Health Issue?

Written by Jessica Williams | April 1, 2013

On March 21, the Pennsylvania State House approved a liquor privatization bill aimed at eliminating state liquor stores and allowing wine to be sold in grocery stores. Here is a look at potential impacts amid Pennsylvania’s legislative debate.

Filed Under: Addiction in the News, Pittsburgh, Research Updates

Just in Time for Brain Awareness Week

Written by Jessica Williams | March 13, 2013

The Interagency Coordinating Committee on the Prevention of Underage Drinking presented a webinar about brain research and underage screening. Stay up to speed on SBIRT, drugs, and the teenage brain.

Filed Under: Evidence-Based and Best Practices, Research Updates, SBIRT

Marijuana and Teens: a complex and risky relationship

Written by Jessica Williams | January 14, 2013

SBIRT

For at least a quarter of a century—and probably much longer—American teens have been using marijuana more than any other illicit drug. Today, at the beginning of 2013, teen marijuana use is up. IRETA staff member Dr. Dawn Lindsay lends insight in the wake of legalization.

Filed Under: Addiction in the News, Evidence-Based and Best Practices, Research Updates, SBIRT

Helping Others Live Sober

Written by Jessica Williams | November 26, 2012

The project is called Helping Others Live Sober. Dr. Maria Pagano offered this simple summary of their findings: “Helping benefits the helper.”

Filed Under: Evidence-Based and Best Practices, Profiles, Research Updates

Behavioral Health Patients Deserve a Tobacco-free Recovery

Written by Jessica Williams | September 20, 2012

“Despite having worked in the addiction field for more than two decades, it was not until recently that I had my tobacco “ah-ha” moment.” IRETA staff member Lisa Howard shares her insight on the role of tobacco in recovery.

Filed Under: Evidence-Based and Best Practices, IRETA and Our Services, Research Updates

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