This article provides a narrative review of studies that examined mechanisms of behavior
change in substance use disorder. Several mechanisms have some support, including self …

Given the high prevalence of individuals diagnosed with substance use disorder, along with
the elevated rate of relapse following treatment initiation, investigating novel approaches …

Background: The impact of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic on vulnerable groups like
patients suffering from substance use disorders is expected to be tremendous, and …

The current article provides a brief summary of biopsychosocial gender differences in
alcohol use disorder (AUD), then reviews existing literature on gender differences in …

Issues Relapse is a theoretical construct and empirical object of inquiry. It is unclear how
relapse is operationalised with regard to the various phases in substance use disorders …

Objectives Self-efficacy, the belief in one's ability to moderate or abstain from heavy drinking
and drug use, predicts outcomes following substance use disorder (SUD) treatment. The …

Due to its high ecological validity, virtual reality (VR) technology has emerged as a powerful
tool for mental health research. Despite the wide use of VR simulations in research on …

Many patients with alcohol use disorder (AUD) consume alcohol chronically and in large
amounts that alter intestinal microbiota, damage the gastrointestinal tract, and thereby injure …

Objective: Approach bias modification (ApBM) is a promising new add-on training
intervention for patients with alcohol use disorder (AUD). Given that comorbid anxiety and …

Background It is still unclear whether craving should be considered a key risk factor for
substance-use behaviors (SUB) among treatment-seeking individuals with alcohol (AUD) …