Table 2.
What would effective medication and behavioral treatments for stimulant use disorder do?a
| Pharmacologic Targets | Behavioral Targets |
|---|---|
| Full agonist | Achieve remission |
| Block stimulant effect (antagonists) | Prevention of recurrence of use |
| Relieve drug-related symptoms (cravings) | Improve mood, cognition, and motivation |
| Alter biological mechanisms of stimulant use disorder | Decrease cravings |
a
Addiction is a chronic, relapsing disorder. Multiple treatments are usually required before remission is achieved.