Through multidisciplinary research efforts, our understanding of substance use disorders
(SUDs) is ever increasing. In a recent review by Volkow and Blanko, the importance of …

This special issue of the Journal is focused on the latest developments in the understanding
and treatment of substance use disorders (SUDs). The papers provide a reminder of how far …

Given the current emphasis on patients suffering from co-occurring substance use disorders
(SUD) and other Axis I or Axis II disorders one may forget that dual diagnosis can also …

A single treatment approach will never be sufficient to address the diversity of individuals
with substance use disorders (SUDs). SUDs have historically defied definition through …

Substance use disorders (SUDs) are common and associated with pervasive adverse social
and economic consequences. Within the past year, an estimated 22.2 million persons aged …

Cognitive impairments (CI) are common in the context of substance use disorders (SUDs). In
addition to the direct effects that substance can have upon the brain, there are a range of …

Addiction is a chronic-relapsing brain disorder characterized by cognitive, behavioral, and
physiological symptoms including compulsion to take the drug, loss of control over use, and …

Many patients with substance use disorders (SUDs) present cognitive deficits, which are
associated with clinical outcomes. Neuropsychological remediation might help rehabilitate …

Determining better ways to identify and treat individuals with co-occurring substance use
disorders (SUDs) and other psychiatric disorders has become increasingly important from …

Substance use and substance-related disorders are among the most prodigious public
health problems in the United States. Emerging adults (ages 18–25) appear to carry a …