2021
Longitudinal changes in network engagement during cognitive control in cocaine use disorder
Morie KP, DeVito EE, Potenza MN, Worhunsky PD. Longitudinal changes in network engagement during cognitive control in cocaine use disorder. Drug And Alcohol Dependence 2021, 229: 109151. PMID: 34753083, PMCID: PMC8671376, DOI: 10.1016/j.drugalcdep.2021.109151.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsCocaine use disorderCognitive controlRight frontoparietal networkNetwork engagementUse disordersPoor cognitive controlFMRI Stroop taskCocaine use behaviorFunctional neural networksStroop taskBrain mechanismsIndependent component analysisCocaine useNeural systemsLongitudinal effectsFunctional networksGreater engagement
2017
Atomoxetine in abstinent cocaine users: Cognitive, subjective and cardiovascular effects
DeVito EE, Herman AI, Konkus NS, Zhang H, Sofuoglu M. Atomoxetine in abstinent cocaine users: Cognitive, subjective and cardiovascular effects. Pharmacology Biochemistry And Behavior 2017, 159: 55-61. PMID: 28716656, PMCID: PMC5573182, DOI: 10.1016/j.pbb.2017.07.002.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchMeSH KeywordsAdrenergic Uptake InhibitorsAdultAffectAtomoxetine HydrochlorideAttentionCocaine-Related DisordersCognitionCross-Over StudiesDose-Response Relationship, DrugDouble-Blind MethodFemaleHemodynamicsHumansInhibition, PsychologicalMaleMemory, Short-TermMiddle AgedNeuropsychological TestsSex CharacteristicsConceptsCocaine use disorderMeasures of attentionAbstinent cocaine usersSubjective drug effectsHuman laboratory studiesResponse inhibitionCognitive enhancementAbstinent individualsCognitive enhancersBehavioral treatmentAddictive processClinical populationsAtomoxetineCognitive impairmentNorepinephrine transporter inhibitorUse disordersCocaine usersCardiovascular effectsMoodMedication effectsPoor clinical outcomeDose-dependent effectIndividualsDrug effectsMemory
2016
Cognitive Function as a Transdiagnostic Treatment Target in Stimulant Use Disorders
Sofuoglu M, DeVito EE, Waters AJ, Carroll KM. Cognitive Function as a Transdiagnostic Treatment Target in Stimulant Use Disorders. Journal Of Dual Diagnosis 2016, 12: 90-106. PMID: 26828702, PMCID: PMC4837011, DOI: 10.1080/15504263.2016.1146383.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsStimulant use disorderTransdiagnostic treatment targetExecutive controlAutomatic processCognitive impairmentUse disordersAddictive behaviorsCognitive functionDual-process modelCognitive behavioral therapyMaintenance of addictionCertain cognitive impairmentsPoor treatment retentionTreatment targetsAttentional biasApproach biasCognitive rehabilitationResponse inhibitionCognitive enhancementSustained attentionBehavioral therapyBehavioral treatmentAnxiety disordersBehavioral approachRates of lifetime
2015
Apathy, ventriculomegaly and neurocognitive improvement following shunt surgery in normal pressure hydrocephalus
Peterson KA, Housden CR, Killikelly C, DeVito EE, Keong NC, Savulich G, Czosnyka Z, Pickard JD, Sahakian BJ. Apathy, ventriculomegaly and neurocognitive improvement following shunt surgery in normal pressure hydrocephalus. British Journal Of Neurosurgery 2015, 30: 38-42. PMID: 25968325, DOI: 10.3109/02688697.2015.1029429.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsNormal pressure hydrocephalusMini-Mental State ExaminationApathy Evaluation ScaleGeriatric Depression ScaleShunt surgeryApathetic symptomsPressure hydrocephalusBicaudate ratioSubcortical atrophyCaudate atrophyFunctional outcomeGDS scoresNeurocognitive improvementDepression ScaleCognitive recoveryLevel of apathyState ExaminationVentriculomegalySurgerySymptomsCognitive outcomesHydrocephalusAtrophyEvaluation ScaleGoal-directed behavior
2013
Subjective, Physiological, and Cognitive Responses to Intravenous Nicotine: Effects of Sex and Menstrual Cycle Phase
DeVito EE, Herman AI, Waters AJ, Valentine GW, Sofuoglu M. Subjective, Physiological, and Cognitive Responses to Intravenous Nicotine: Effects of Sex and Menstrual Cycle Phase. Neuropsychopharmacology 2013, 39: 1431-1440. PMID: 24345818, PMCID: PMC3988546, DOI: 10.1038/npp.2013.339.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsSubjective drug effectsMenstrual cycle phaseDrug effectsNicotine dependenceMenstrual cycle phase effectsFollicular phase womenSerious public health concernCycle phase effectsSymptoms of withdrawalLuteal phase femalesPublic health concernMenstrual phase differencesNicotine administrationOptimal treatmentIntravenous nicotineLuteal phaseOvernight abstinenceSmoking behaviorCycle phaseNicotine responseGreater physiological responsesBiochemical confirmationHealth concernEffects of sexBetter cognitionA preliminary investigation of Stroop-related intrinsic connectivity in cocaine dependence: associations with treatment outcomes
Mitchell MR, Balodis IM, DeVito EE, Lacadie CM, Yeston J, Scheinost D, Constable RT, Carroll KM, Potenza MN. A preliminary investigation of Stroop-related intrinsic connectivity in cocaine dependence: associations with treatment outcomes. The American Journal Of Drug And Alcohol Abuse 2013, 39: 392-402. PMID: 24200209, PMCID: PMC3827911, DOI: 10.3109/00952990.2013.841711.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsTreatment outcomesComparison subjectsCocaine-dependent patientsIntrinsic connectivityCocaine dependenceSubstantia nigraVentral striatumTreatment-seeking cocaine-dependent patientsHealthy comparison subjectsPotential treatment targetGreater intrinsic connectivityRegional brain activationCocaine-dependent groupIntrinsic connectivity analysesNon-addicted individualsBasal gangliaInferior frontal gyrusCocaine-dependent individualsTreatment targetsFMRI Stroop taskSubcortical regionsCocaine abstinenceBrain regionsAnterior insulaFrontal gyrus
2012
Cognitive enhancement as a treatment for drug addictions
Sofuoglu M, DeVito EE, Waters AJ, Carroll KM. Cognitive enhancement as a treatment for drug addictions. Neuropharmacology 2012, 64: 452-463. PMID: 22735770, PMCID: PMC3445733, DOI: 10.1016/j.neuropharm.2012.06.021.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsCognitive enhancementBehavioral interventionsExecutive inhibitory controlCognitive impairmentDrug addictionSelective cognitive functionsCurrent illicit drug usersPoor treatment retentionCognitive enhancing agentsSignificant cognitive impairmentSpecific behavioral interventionsChronic drug useCognitive remediationInhibitory controlMarijuana addictionCognitive enhancersBehavioral treatmentCognitive functionDrug use behaviorsMultiple addictionsSubstance usersTreatment retentionInhibition functionFuture researchUse behaviors
2005
The neuropsychology of normal pressure hydrocephalus (NPH)
Devito EE, Pickard JD, Salmond CH, Iddon JL, Loveday C, Sahakian BJ. The neuropsychology of normal pressure hydrocephalus (NPH). British Journal Of Neurosurgery 2005, 19: 217-224. PMID: 16455521, DOI: 10.1080/02688690500201838.Peer-Reviewed Original Research