Neuropsychological comparisons of cocaine versus methamphetamine users: A research synthesis and meta-analysis.

Background: Previous meta-analytical research examining cocaine and methamphetamine separately suggests potentially different neuropsychological profiles associated with each drug. In addition, neuroimaging studies point to distinct structural changes that might underlie differences in neuropsychological functioning.

Objectives: This meta-analysis compared the effect sizes identified in cocaine versus methamphetamine studies across 15 neuropsychological domains.

Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder symptoms, type of offending and recidivism in a prison population: The role of substance dependence.

Background: It is unclear whether adult offenders with a history of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) are more likely to re-offend, and if so, in any specific offences.

Aim: This study aimed to examine correlates of childhood ADHD symptoms among prisoners.

Methods: A randomly selected sample of 1179 participants from the adult sentenced population of Puerto Rico (USA) reported their history of violent and non-violent offences, age of first arrest and re-offending.

Randomized controlled trial of computerized alcohol intervention for college students: role of class level.

Background: Because of their ability to reach a much wider audience than face-to-face counseling or psychoeducation, computer-delivered interventions for risky or potentially problematic use have been increasing on college campuses. However, there are very few studies that examine who benefits most from such interventions.

Objectives: The purpose of this study was to determine if participation in Alcohol-Wise, a computerized intervention, is associated with changes in alcohol drinking behavior and its consequences, perceptions of college drinking norms, and expectancies.

HRV biofeedback for pediatric irritable bowel syndrome and functional abdominal pain: a clinical replication series.

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and Functional Abdominal Pain (FAP) are among the most commonly reported Functional Gastrointestinal Disorders. Both have been associated with varying autonomic dysregulation. Heart Rate Variability Biofeedback (HRVB) has recently begun to show efficacy in the treatment of both IBS and FAP.

It made my life a little easier: primary care providers' beliefs and attitudes about using opioid treatment agreements.

Objective: To understand primary care providers (PCPs)' experiences, beliefs, and attitudes about using opioid treatment agreements (OTAs) for patients with chronic pain.

Design: Qualitative research study.

Participants: Twenty-eight internists and family medicine physicians at two health centers.

Examining temporal processes in diary studies.

Researchers have long recognized the utility of the diary method for studying variations in thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. Drawing on the idea that daily events have consequences that are realized both "in the moment" and prospectively over time, we describe a conceptual and statistical framework emphasizing the temporal aspect of diary data. Including temporal effects (i.

Clinical management of behavioral insomnia of childhood.

Behavioral insomnia is highly prevalent, affecting approximately 25% of children. It involves difficulties initiating and maintaining sleep and frequently results in inadequate sleep, leading to an array of negative effects for both the child and the child's family. In this paper, we describe a variety of empirically supported behavioral interventions for insomnia from infancy through adolescence.

Risk and resilience in lesbian and gay couples: comment on Solomon, Rothblum, and Balsam (2004).

S. E. Solomon, E.