Sugden, Steven G., Merlo, Gia, and Manger, Sam (2024) Strengthening Neuroplasticity in Substance Use Recovery Through Lifestyle Intervention. American Journal of Lifestyle Medicine, 18 (5). pp. 648-656.

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Abstract

The incidence of substance use and behavioral addictions continues to increase throughout the world. The Global Burden of Disease Study shows a growing impact in disability-adjusted life years due to substance use. Substance use impacts families, communities, health care, and legal systems; yet, the vast majority of individuals with substance use disorders do not seek treatment. Within the United States, new legislation has attempted to increase the availability of buprenorphine, but the impact of substance use continues. Although medications and group support therapy have been the mainstay of treatment for substance use, lifestyle medicine offers a valuable adjunct therapy that may help strengthen substance use recovery through healthy neuroplastic changes.

Item ID:	85718
Item Type:	Article (Research - C1)
ISSN:	1559-8284
Copyright Information:	Copyright © 2024 The Author(s)
Date Deposited:	03 Jun 2025 23:13
FoR Codes:	42 HEALTH SCIENCES > 4206 Public health > 420699 Public health not elsewhere classified @ 100%
SEO Codes:	20 HEALTH > 2004 Public health (excl. specific population health) > 200413 Substance abuse @ 100%
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