Events

Events

Upcoming Events

Upcoming: Virtual Responding to Addiction Instructor Training- July 28, 2026

Tackle addiction stigma in your community by becoming a certified instructor. Become a Certified Responding to Addiction Instructor The Addiction Policy Forum (APF) is proud to offer a virtual instructor certification program for our nationally recognized Responding to Addiction training on Tuesday, July 28th, 2026, from 12 - 4 PM EST. This is your opportunity to empower others, deepen your impact, and help bring evidence-based training to communities across the country. Why

Upcoming: Virtual Responding to Addiction Instructor Training- June 25, 2026

Tackle addiction stigma in your community by becoming a certified instructor. Become a Certified Responding to Addiction Instructor The Addiction Policy Forum (APF) is proud to offer a virtual instructor certification program for our nationally recognized Responding to Addiction training on Thursday, June 25th, 2026, from 12 - 4 PM EST. This is your opportunity to empower others, deepen your impact, and help bring evidence-based training to communities across the country. Why

[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

Past Events

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

This webinar presented a foundational overview of the neurobiology of addiction, highlighting how changes in the brain shape behavior, decision-making, and vulnerability to relapse. Speakers explained environmental cueing—such as the influence of people, places, and experiences—and its powerful role in triggering relapse. Building on this foundation, speakers examined the current research about recovery, including key definitions and models that support long-term success. The

May 4

[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

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