The Addiction Policy Forum, in partnership with the University of Delaware, has released results from a pilot study testing the effectiveness of a training curriculum for youth. Protect Your Brain is a curriculum developed by the Addiction Policy Forum to strengthen prevention knowledge and equip young people with tools to reduce the risk of developing a substance use disorder. The program also emphasizes the neuroscience of brain health, healthy coping skills, and the uniqu

The U.S. Senate unanimously passed the Halting the Epidemic of Addiction and Loss (HEAL) Act  on September 18th, sending it to the...

On September 18th, the U.S. Senate passed the SUPPORT for Patients and Communities Reauthorization Act of 2025 (H.R. 2483)  by unanimous...

For people seeking help with addiction, access to accurate information can be life-saving. Misleading ads risk delaying care and exploiting families at their most vulnerable moments.  When searching for treatment (or anything else) online, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) advises: Recognize ads.  The first two or three search results are often paid or “sponsored” listings. These may not lead to the organization you intended to find. Verify contact information.  Don’t assume

Cannabis use in the United States has increased significantly in recent years, alongside rapidly evolving state policies that permit medical or recreational use. These shifts raise important questions about public health, including the impact on mental health and substance use disorder risk, adolescent brain development, and the potential harms associated with regular or high-potency use. Variations in state laws create a complex landscape that can influence access, perceptio

September is National Recovery Month, a time to come together and celebrate the strength, resilience, and hope of the millions of...