Our mission is to advance science on the causes and consequences of drug use and addiction and to apply that knowledge to improve individual and public health.
This involves:
- Strategically supporting and conducting basic and clinical research on drug use (including nicotine), its consequences, and the underlying neurobiological, behavioral, and social mechanisms involved.
- Ensuring the effective translation, implementation, and dissemination of scientific research findings to improve the prevention and treatment of substance use disorders and enhance public awareness of addiction as a brain disorder.
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Who We Are
Where We Are
What We Do
NIDA's Publication Series
Basic Facts and Research Findings
- Research Reports
- DrugFacts -Drug topic summaries
- NIDA Notes
Educational Materials
- Mind Matters - Drug facts for grades 5-9
- Brain Power - NIDA junior scientist program
- Teaching Packets - Presentation slides
Additional Resources
If you need more information about available resources in your language or in another language, please visit NIDA's Language Access Implementation Plan or contact languageaccess@nida.nih.gov.
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National Institute on Drug Abuse
6001 Executive Boulevard, Room 5213
Bethesda, MD 20892-9561
