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

May 19, 2026 | 1:00 PM EST

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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 range of adverse outcomes for individuals, families, and communities.

This webinar will provide an overview of prevention research supported by the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA). Participants will gain insight into examples of evidence-based approaches and the infrastructure needed to support them. The webinar will also present recent scientific advances and future directions in prevention research and innovation.

Speakers:

• Amy Goldstein, Ph.D., Chief, Prevention Research Branch, National Institute on Drug Abuse

• Shannon E. Nicks, MPH, Ph.D., Program Officer, Prevention Research Branch, National Institute on Drug Abuse

• Redonna Chandler, Ph.D., Scientific Advisor, Addiction Policy Forum