20. Targeted Naltrexone for Binge Drinking

20. Targeted Naltrexone for Binge Drinking

In episode 20 we discuss an article about taking naltrexone as needed to reduce binge drinking among sexual and gender minority men.

Santos GM, Ikeda J, Coffin P, Walker J, Matheson T, Ali A, McLaughlin M, Jain J, Arenander J, Vittinghoff E, Batki S. Targeted Oral Naltrexone for Mild to Moderate Alcohol Use Disorder Among Sexual and Gender Minority Men: A Randomized Trial. Am J Psychiatry. 2022 Dec 1;179(12):915-926. Epub 2022 Oct 26. 

We also discuss the recent reduction in the number of overdose deaths in the United States. Take a look at the White House Briefing on the CDC rolling 12-month overdose data. 

California wants to phase out smoking.

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Episode 20 Credits:

• Original theme music: composed and performed by Benjamin Kennedy
• Audio production: Erin McCue
• Executive Producer: Dr. Patrick Beeman
• A podcast from Ars Longa Media

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