Topics: Laboratory Testing in Psychiatry | screening | Technology | urine toxicology

Urine toxicology testing is an essential tool in the treatment of patients with substance use disorders. But it can be tricky to use properly. Here, we explain the difference between a routine drug screen and confirmatory testing, and why this difference matters. We discuss when you might suspect false results and what you can do about it.

Topics: Laboratory Testing in Psychiatry | screening | urine toxicology

Dr. Becker walks us through the ins and outs of lab testing for patients with substance use disorders. He tells us which tests are important to get at the first visit and which ones to follow over time. He also discusses how to broach the subject with patients and what to do if disagreements arise.

Topics: Agitation | Alcohol use disorder | Delirium | Withdrawal

Patients with AUD who are hospitalized in ICUs have high rates of agitation. Researchers here investigate whether treatment with baclofen might improve outcomes.

Topics: Free Articles | Medication for Opioid Use Disorder (MOUD) | Opioid epidemic | Opioid Use Disorder

Opioid agonist treatments, namely methadone and buprenorphine, save the lives of people with opioid use disorders. In this study, researchers break down how exactly these medications decrease mortality, and it’s not just by reducing overdoses.

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