September 2021 | Director's Letter
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Dear Friends,
This latest U-M Addiction Center newsletter comes to you as we wind up National Recovery Month, which celebrates the millions of individuals in recovery from drug/alcohol addiction.
Those in recovery, supported by their families and friends and the providers and organizations who dedicate their time and resources, provide inspiration, hope, and remind all of us that this disease can be conquered.
Stigma remains a barrier for those with addiction. Many feel shame and guilt because they are unable to deal with it on their own. Become an advocacy champion to stop the stigma of addiction so that everyone can get on the road to recovery.
For those who struggle with addiction – do not lose hope. To help you on your journey, we've curated a variety of resources for you to explore. Now is the time to (or continue to) seek help. Treat yourself with kindness and compassion. There are many paths to healing – explore and discover what works best for you. Everyone has the right to achieve a stable recovery.
Sincerely,
Professor & Director, U-M Addiction Center
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Dr. Jonathan Morrow Named One of the 1,000 Inspiring Black Scientists in America |
We would like to congratulate Dr. Jonathan Morrow who was named one of the 1,000 Inspiring Black Scientists in America by Cell Mentor's Community of Scholars. Read more
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Dr. Allision Lin Named Director of Addiction Psychiatry Fellowship Program
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Dr. Allison Lin has embraced the opportunity to lead the U-M Addiction Center's Addiction Psychiatry Fellowship Program. Read more
Also, check out Dr. Lin’s Michigan Answer on the telehealth approach to substance misuse.
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2021 U-M Addiction Center Research Catalyst Innovation Awards |
The U-M Addiction Center recently awarded three pilot grants from its Innovation Fund. These important projects could not be possible without your support. Learn more
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Older Adults who Drink to Boost Mood, Stress or Reduce Pain May Be More at Risk During Pandemic |
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Treatment Barrier Falls, but More Remain, for People With Opioid Issues |
Policy shift could improve access to medication treatment for opioid use disorder, but stigma and training still pose significant challenges. Read more
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Brain Function Subtypes Related to Substance Use Behavior |
Megan Martz, Ph.D. & colleagues published research that may explain differences in substance use outcomes and may inform more targeted prevention and treatment efforts. Read more
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Binge Drinking Before and After a COVID-19 Campus Closure Among First-Year College Students |
A study by Erin Bonar, Ph.D. & colleagues showed less binge drinking during the COVID-19 shutdown among first-year college students. The shutdown may have served as a temporary environmental intervention. Read more
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Methamphetamine Use Is Extremely High Among American Indians and Alaska Natives |
Lara Coughlin, Ph.D. and colleagues found that methamphetamine use was 4 times higher in this group compared to the rest of the U.S. population. Read more
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Undergraduates Provide Important Feedback on Campus Sexual Assault Prevention Programming |
Meredith Philyaw-Kotov and colleagues published a study on undergraduates' perspectives that can help improve and shape future directions for campus sexual assault programming and prevention research. Read more
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Alcohol Use and Sedative-Tranquilizer Misuse in Middle and Later Life |
Compared to midlife adults, older adults experience different social risk factors which are associated with both using alcohol and misusing sedative-tranquilizers. Learn more
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Computationally-Informed Predictors of Substance Use in Emerging Adults |
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We are pleased to announce that former T-32 post-doctoral fellow Alexander Weigard, Ph.D. has accepted the position as Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychiatry. Dr. Weigard seeks to integrate his work using computational and network modeling methods with machine learning to enhance the real-world prediction of problematic substance use, psychopathology, and associated outcomes.
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New T-32 Post-Doctoral Fellows |
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Dr. Florimbio is a clinical psychologist who comes to us from the University of Tennessee. Her research focuses on automatic (i.e., implicit) and controlled (i.e., explicit) processes that contribute to the development and maintenance of substance use, interpersonal violence, and risky sexual behaviors.
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Dr. McCurry is a clinical psychologist who joins us from Virginia Tech. Her research has centered on neurobehavioral mechanisms of emotion processing and decision-making, particularly how these processes are disrupted in psychiatric disorders and impacted by evidence-based treatments.
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October 24th, 2021: Probility Ann Arbor Marathon E-Race the Stigma
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The U-M Addiction Center is one of the featured charities for the 2021 Probility Ann Arbor Marathon E-Race the Stigma! In partnership with the Psychiatry Diversity Equity & Inclusion Outreach Committee, we are looking for volunteers & race participants. Learn more
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November 10, 2021: Marijuana Use & Early Psychosis Michigan Medicine Live Stream |
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New Addiction Consult Team Connects U-M Patients to Resources & Treatment |
Addiction Consult Team members, L-R: Emily McCall, M.S.W., Michelle Brauninger, and Nathan Menke, M.D. collaborate with patients and their providers on medication-based treatment, outpatient services, education, and resources. Learn more
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The COVID Pandemic: Mental Health & Substance Use |
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Children’s Mental Health and the Pandemic |
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U-M Addiction Center Resource Page |
Visit our resource page for a list of free online support groups, 24-hour helplines, and other important recovery and mental health-related resources. Learn more
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