In a randomized controlled trial, researchers tested a statement that invokes shame in people who smoke cigarettes and measured how it impacts the time until they smoke the next cigarette.

In addition to when we prescribe opioids, there are other opportunities and interactions patients have with the health care system upon which we can intervene to mitigate overdose risk. This study describes some of those opportunities, many of which happen every day in addiction clinics.

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We’re pleased to introduce Benjamin Oldfield, MD, MHS, as the new editor-in-chief of The Carlat Addiction Treatment Report. Dr. Oldfield is a clinical instructor at the Yale School of Medicine, and medical director of population health at Fair Haven Community Health Care where he provides addiction treatment to adults and adolescents.

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Addiction researcher and medical director of the Harm Reduction Coalition shares her approach to patients and provides state-specific resources for clinicians interested in connecting with harm reduction resources locally.