Abstract The Relapse Prevention (RP) model has been a mainstay of addictions theory and
treatment since its introduction three decades ago. This paper provides an overview and …

Craving is a central feature of addiction. Its recent inclusion as a diagnostic criterion for
substance use disorders in the fifth edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental …

Background: Epidemiological studies reveal that individuals who report risky substance use
are generally less likely to meet physical activity guidelines (with the exception of certain …

Three studies tested the hypothesis that the relation between perceived racial discrimination
and substance use reported in previous research is moderated by use of substances as a …

ABSTRACT Background: The Positive and Negative Affect Schedule (PANAS) is a widely
used measure of affect. A comprehensive psychometric evaluation among substance users …

Cocaine use disorder and methamphetamine use disorder are chronic, relapsing disorders
with no US Food and Drug Administration-approved interventions. Repetitive transcranial …

Aims This paper aims to identify appropriate criteria for tobacco dependence assessment,
evaluate relevant research and suggest revisions that may be incorporated into DSM‐5 …

BACKGROUND: Contextual variables often predict long-term abstinence, but little is known
about how these variables exert their effects. These variables could influence abstinence by …

Withdrawal is an essential component of classical addiction theory; it is a vital manifestation
of dependence and motivates relapse. However, the traditional conceptualization of …

Background Craving is a central feature of addiction. Early evidence suggests that repetitive
transcranial magnetic stimulation is effective in reducing cue induced craving for patients …