There are three types of sleep apnea: obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), central sleep apnea, and mixed. Of these, OSA is by far the most common, and that’s what we’ll focus on in this article. OSA is caused by excessive relaxation of the throat during sleep, which in some people causes enough obstruction to impede the flow of air.

We’re pleased to introduce Bachaar Arnaout, MD, as the new editor-in-chief of The Carlat Addiction Treatment Report.

With substance use disorders (SUDs) that are comorbid with chronic insomnia, what would you say are some of the main treatment challenges?

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You are evaluating a 16-year-old boy referred for mandated substance use treatment by his high school, where he was found drinking alcohol and smoking cannabis with a friend in the restroom.

Since they already often seem two steps ahead of us, with adolescents it can be really helpful to use direct routes. Be very specific in your questions. For example, don’t just ask, “Do you smoke?” Ask, “Are you using any nicotine products? What are you using in your vape?”

As medical and recreational marijuana become legalized in more states, more emphasis is being placed on treatment of those with cannabis use disorders. But with our clinics already at capacity, how can we find the most efficient way of providing therapy?

Type 2 diabetes (T2D) is a common condition with high treatment costs and significant morbidity and mortality. In 2015, an estimated 30.2 million American adults had T2D. Diabetes can be comorbid with other behavioral health disorders (BHDs), and this can lead to additional costs and increased morbidity and mortality risk.