AI chatbots can help pregnant women with opioid use disorder, study finds
For expectant mothers struggling with opioid use disorder, the stigma surrounding addiction can make it difficult to seek help.
May 1, 2025
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Psychological Phenomena: News and Research on Counseling
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Doctors can do more to aid recovery from substance use disorder, study suggests
The vast majority of people who have a substance use disorder (SUD) never seek treatment. At most, 10% of adults with a drug or alcohol use disorder have entered any type of inpatient or outpatient treatment program, as reported ...
Feb 21, 2025
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Decluttering can be stressful. A clinical psychologist explains how personal values can make it easier
I recently helped my mom sort through boxes she inherited when my grandparents passed away. One box was labeled—either ironically or genuinely—"toothpick holders and other treasures." Inside were many keepsakes from moments ...
Feb 11, 2025
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Research team tackles hoarding by young people, older adults
Mississippi State Assistant Professor Mary E. Dozier is helping Mississippians reduce clutter, decrease anxiety and enhance their quality of life through subtle and positive intervention methods.
Nov 21, 2024
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Study finds nonalcoholic drinks reduce alcohol consumption in mild cases
The provision of nonalcoholic beverages is an effective method for reducing alcohol consumption. In a study published in BMC Medicine, researchers at University of Tsukuba have investigated differences in the effectiveness ...
Oct 10, 2024
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Researchers share challenges, potential hope for discussing COVID-19 vaccines with hesitant patients
As the updated COVID-19 vaccine becomes available this fall, a study published by UMass Chan Medical School researchers on primary care physicians' experience with vaccine-hesitant patients may shed light on the challenges ...
Sep 25, 2024
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Digital intervention shows promise for moderating alcohol consumption
In a large group of frequent drinkers who used a digital application offering tailored text-based support for reducing their alcohol intake, weekly drink amounts fell by 1/3 over 12 weeks. The study of real-world users shows ...
Aug 26, 2024
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Euro 2024: How new psychology can help conquer the pressures of a penalty shootout
Every winning team at the European Championship since 2008 has had to succeed at a penalty shootout. It's a harsh reality that turns dreams into nightmares. Just a single kick, a fleeting moment over in seconds, etches a ...
Jul 11, 2024
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Study reviews approaches to cocaine treatment for Black Americans
A team of researchers at the University of Kentucky have found that both culturally tailored and culturally universal approaches can be effective for cocaine treatment in Black Americans.
Apr 26, 2024
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Motivational interviewing approach does not reduce BMI in children
A motivational interviewing (MI) strategy seems not to be effective for reducing childhood obesity, with youth in the intervention arm gaining more weight, according to a study published online Jan. 29 in Pediatrics.
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