American Society of Addiction Medicine
American Society of Addiction Medicine
Lead Story: Defining Recovery From Alcohol Use Disorder: Development of an NIAAA Research Definition
Lead Story: Defining Recovery From Alcohol Use Disorder: Development of an NIAAA Research Definition
Lead Story: Defining Recovery From Alcohol Use Disorder: Development of an NIAAA Research Definition
Tuesday 27th December 2022
Learn about NIAAA's new definition of recovery from alcohol use disorder and other key studies in addiction medicine on 'Addiction Medicine Unpacked'.
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Get the buttons here!Redefining Recovery: NIAAA's New Approach to Alcohol Use Disorder
By adopting a uniform definition, researchers and health care professionals can more precisely operationalize and measure recovery-related processes.
How do we define recovery from alcohol use disorder (AUD)? This episode of 'Addiction Medicine Unpacked' from ASAM tackles this crucial question by diving into the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism's (NIAAA) latest research. Hosted by Claire Rasmussen, the episode unpacks the newly developed NIAAA definition, which frames recovery as both a process and an outcome. It highlights two key components: remission from DSM-5 AUD and cessation from heavy drinking, even if it's not complete abstinence.
The discussion also emphasizes the importance of biopsychosocial functioning and quality of life in enhancing recovery outcomes. This uniform definition aims to help researchers and healthcare professionals measure recovery-related processes more precisely. But that's not all. The episode also covers a range of other studies, including the use of benzodiazepine-sparing alcohol withdrawal protocols, the long-term effects of cannabis on cognitive function, and the alarming rise in polysubstance overdose deaths during the fentanyl era.
You'll also hear about innovative concepts like 'pre-addiction' for early intervention and the association between cannabis potency and mental health issues. The episode doesn't stop there; it offers insights into the effectiveness of buprenorphine and naltrexone in treating opioid use disorder, especially when combined with polysubstance use. There's also a deep dive into the risks associated with opioid dose tapering and the use of buprenorphine treatment in jails.
This episode is a treasure trove of information for anyone interested in the latest developments in addiction medicine, blending scientific research with practical applications to improve lives.