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Area of Science:

  • Addiction Medicine
  • Public Health
  • Pharmacology

Background:

  • The landscape of addiction medicine is rapidly changing with new drug availability, gaming, cannabis regulations, and evolving views on vaping.
  • Pathological gambling was recognized in the International Classification of Diseases-11 (ICD-11) in 2018.
  • Vaping has been integrated into tobacco cessation strategies.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review recent developments in addiction medicine.
  • To highlight the evolving understanding of alcohol's impact and recovery-oriented models.
  • To address concerns regarding the opioid epidemic in Switzerland.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of recent trends in addiction.
  • Analysis of regulatory changes and pharmacopeial inclusions.
  • Comparative assessment of international addiction contexts.

Main Results:

  • Switzerland established a training certificate in addiction medicine in 2018.
  • The understanding of alcohol's harm has shifted, emphasizing quality of life in recovery.
  • The opioid epidemic, while different in context, presents a concern for Switzerland.

Conclusions:

  • Addiction medicine requires continuous adaptation to new challenges like novel substances and behavioral addictions.
  • Recovery-oriented care is crucial for managing addiction as a chronic disease.
  • International trends, such as the opioid crisis, necessitate ongoing vigilance and context-specific strategies.