Addiction and Prevention Studies Guide

This article focuses on several aspects of addictions and several ways to prevent it. It mentions that the most efficacious method of treatment for addictive behaviors is contingency management (CM).

Focuses on different behavioral addictions including gambling, food, and internet. It talks of the development of this pattern due to overwhelming and repetitive use and tries to relate behavioral addictions with brain disorders but critics argue against it. The article details each addiction in detail including its official status, prevalence and facts.

A professional medical society representing over 6,000 physicians, clinicians and associated professionals in the field of addiction medicine.

Articles, ongoing projects and additional resources supporting the prevention of opioid and substance abuse.

The Higher Education Center for Alcohol and Drug Misuse Prevention and Recovery provides colleges and universities the tools and resources to launch alcohol and drug misuse prevention and recovery programs on campuses.

The Institute of Alcohol Studies is an independent institute bringing together evidence, policy and practice to promote an informed debate on alcohol’s impact on society.

One of the largest funders of alcohol research in the world, NIAAA supports and conducts research on the impact of alcohol use on human health and well-being.

The science of drug abuse and addiction.

The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration