Events

Events

Upcoming Events

[Webinar] Findings from Addiction Stigma in America: How Public Knowledge Shapes Attitudes Toward Recovery

Join us for a webinar exploring findings from a nationally representative study on addiction knowledge in the United States and how it shapes attitudes toward individuals in recovery and support for public health policies. Conducted by the Addiction Policy Forum, Gallup, and researchers from the University of Delaware, the study revealed critical gaps in addiction knowledge: nearly 1 in 4 U.S. adults do not recognize addiction as a health condition, and many report low confid

[Webinar] The Neurobiology of Relapse and Models to Support Recovery

Join us on June 11, 2026, for a webinar exploring the science of addiction and models of recovery for substance use disorders. This webinar will begin with a foundational overview of the neurobiology of addiction, highlighting how changes in the brain shape behavior, decision-making, and vulnerability to relapse. Speakers will explain environmental cueing—such as the influence of people, places, and experiences—and its powerful role in triggering relapse. Building on this fou

Past Events

[Webinar] Evidence-Based Strategies to Prevent Addiction: Perspectives from the National Institute on Drug Abuse

There is ongoing research to develop effective, sustainable, and scalable strategies to prevent the initiation of substance use and its progression to substance use disorders, as well as prevent other related health consequences. Evidence-based prevention interventions - particularly those implemented at key developmental stages can have a profound and lasting impact. In addition to reducing substance use, prevention approaches can improve long-term health and help prevent a

Apr 20

[Webinar] Stimulant Use Disorder: Evidence-Based Interventions and Promising Approaches to Treatment

Stimulant use disorder is a growing public health concern, with increasing rates of methamphetamine and cocaine use nationwide. Unlike opioid use disorder, there are currently no FDA-approved medications specifically for stimulant use disorder, making effective treatment strategies especially critical. This webinar provided an overview of stimulant use disorder, including the most common types of stimulants, how stimulant use disorder is diagnosed, and what researchers have l

Mar 16

Webinar: Neuromodulation: Promising New Approaches to Addressing Substance Use Disorders

Neuromodulation is gaining attention as an effective approach for treating substance use disorders. These techniques work by using electrical, magnetic, or soundwave stimulation to stimulate brain circuits affected by addiction. Research shows encouraging results in reducing craving and relapse risk. This webinar provides an overview of neuromodulation, including the various techniques and how they work, and what current research indicates about their potential role in addi

Jan 28

Responding to Addiction: In-Person Training Coming to Akron, OH

You are invited to attend Responding to Addiction, an in-person training designed to deepen understanding of addiction and build practical skills to support individuals and families. The training will take place on Thursday, February 19, 2026, from 6:00 to 8:00 PM, at Springfield Assembly of God on Canton Road in Akron, Ohio. Created by the Addiction Policy Forum, Responding to Addiction is a comprehensive training that equips participants with evidence-based knowledge and re

Jan 15

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