It can be tempting to think, “Why can’t he just stop using drugs?” But experts Adam Bisaga, MD, a Professor of Psychiatry at Columbia University, and Alicia Murray, DO, a Board Certified Addiction Psychiatrist, describe the scientific research and changes in the brain that make it only focus on a drug like heroin or prescription pain pills, which in turn makes it very difficult to stop using that drug. + Find more information on medication-assisted treatment: https://drugfree.org/article/medication-assisted-treatment/ Subscribe to Partnership For Drug-Free Kids http://bit.ly/SubscribeToDrugFree At the Partnership for Drug-Free Kids, we are committed to helping families struggling with their son or daughter’s substance use. We empower families with information, support and guidance to get the help their loved one needs and deserves. And we advocate for greater understanding and more effective programs to treat the disease of addiction. Connect with Partnership for Drug-Free Kids: http://drugfree.org Facebook: http://bit.ly/2MrcpKW Twitter: http://bit.ly/2HLHfKz Instagram: http://bit.ly/2tbHHN9 LinkedIn: http://bit.ly/2JHbpjM

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Medication Assisted Treatment is a powerful tool for treating Opioid Use Disorder. Dr. Gail Reilly, N. J. State Medical Director, Eleanor Health, discusses how using medications in combination with counseling, and behavioral therapy techniques is an effective way of treating Substance Use Disorder and provides comprehensive, whole person treatment of addiction.

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The Drug Enforcement Administration is issuing a safety alert for the first time in six years, warning of a dramatic spike in overdose deaths from counterfeit prescription drugs. The agency says the fake pills are being laced with lethal amounts of fentanyl and meth. Dr. Ayana Jordan, an assistant professor of psychiatry at Yale University's School of Medicine, joins CBSN's Ed O'Keefe with more on how this is exacerbating the opioid crisis. CBSN is CBS News’ 24/7 digital streaming news service featuring live, anchored coverage available for free across all platforms. Launched in November 2014, the service is a premier destination for breaking news and original storytelling from the deep bench of CBS News correspondents and reporters. CBSN features the top stories of the day as well as deep dives into key issues facing the nation and the world. CBSN has also expanded to launch local news streaming services in major markets across the country. CBSN is currently available on CBSNews.com and the CBS News app across more than 20 platforms, as well as the Paramount+ subscription service. Subscribe to the CBS News YouTube channel: http://youtube.com/cbsnews​ Watch CBSN live: http://cbsn.ws/1PlLpZ7c​ Download the CBS News app: http://cbsn.ws/1Xb1WC8​ Follow CBS News on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbsnews/​ Like CBS News on Facebook: http://facebook.com/cbsnews​ Follow CBS News on Twitter: http://twitter.com/cbsnews​ Subscribe to our newsletters: http://cbsn.ws/1RqHw7T​ Try Paramount+ free: https://bit.ly/2OiW1kZ For video licensing inquiries, contact: licensing@veritone.com

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What is substance abuse? What are the signs of substance use disorder, and what are the most common addictions? How can someone find treatment? Shelly F. Greenfield, M.D., M.P.H., Chief Academic Officer and Director of the Alcohol, Drug, and Addiction Health Services Research and Education Program at McLean Hospital, answers patients' most commonly searched questions about substance use disorders, including use of substances such as alcohol, cannabis, and opioids. Subscribe Link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYrLjATd88gPwIKntCoR0WQ?sub_confirmation=1 0:00 - Intro 0:17 - What is Substance Abuse? 0:49 - Characteristics of Substance Abuse Disorders 2:20 - Most Common Addictions 2:48 - Risk Factors 3:56 - Who's at Risk for Addiction 4:10 - How Do I Know If I Have An Addiction Problem? 5:39 - Have Addiction Problems Increased Due To Covid? 6:19 - How Is Substance Abuse Disorder Diagonsed? 6:59 - Is Substance Abuse Disorder A Mental Health Issue? 7:43 - Consequences Of Substance Abuse Disorder 8:40 - Approaching Loved Ones About Substance Abuse Disorder 9:18 - Treating Substance Abuse Disorder 10:20 - Where To Get Treatment 10:47 - What Else To Know About Addiction 11:20 - What Resources Are Available? Rethinking Drinking: https://www.rethinkingdrinking.niaaa.nih.gov/How-much-is-too-much/ NIAAA Alcohol Treatment Navigator: https://alcoholtreatment.niaaa.nih.gov/ Planning Alcohol Interventions Using NIAAA’s College AIM: https://www.collegedrinkingprevention.gov/collegeaim/ Alcohol Screening and Brief Intervention for Youth: https://www.niaaa.nih.gov/publications/clinical-guides-and-manuals/alcohol-screening-and-brief-intervention-youth Alcohol and Covid-19: https://www.niaaa.nih.gov/alcohol-and-covid-19 Screening Tools for Substances (Self-administered or clinician guided): https://www.drugabuse.gov/nidamed-medical-health-professionals/screening-tools-prevention Drug Topics (All substances and special populations): https://www.drugabuse.gov/drug-topics Women and Alcohol: https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/women-alcohol-and-covid-19-2021040622219 Find Treatment: https://findtreatment.gov/ or 1-800-662-HELP If you are in distress: 1-800-273-TALK About Mass General Brigham: Mass General Brigham combines the strength of two world-class academic medical centers, five nationally ranked specialty hospitals, 11 community hospitals, and dozens of health centers. Our doctors and researchers accelerate medical breakthroughs and drive innovations in patient care. They are leaders in medical education, serving as Harvard Medical School faculty and training the next generation of physicians. Mass General Brigham’s mission is to deliver the best, affordable health care to patients everywhere. Together, we transform the health of our communities and beyond. #MassGeneralBrigham #MGB #SubstanceUse Visit Mass General Brigham: https://www.massgeneralbrigham.org/ Find us on social: Twitter: https://twitter.com/MassGenBrigham Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/massgeneralbrigham/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MassGeneralBrigham/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mass-general-brigham/ Mass General Brigham: https://www.youtube.com/massgeneralbrigham Substance Use Disorders: Signs, Common Addictions, and How To Get Treatment | Mass General Brigham https://youtu.be/jOJrfjUeSCo