There’s no shortage of information about addiction, but how much of it is accurate?
Below are reliable sources compiled by IRETA about substance use, substance use disorders, addiction prevention, addiction education, and related issues.
Pennsylvania-Specific
EPISCenter
The EPISCenter supports the dissemination, quality implementation, sustainability, and impact assessment of a menu of proven-effective prevention and intervention programs, and conducts original translational research to advance the science and practice of evidence-based prevention.
PA Stop
PA Stop is designed to educate Pennsylvanians about the risks of prescription painkiller and heroin use, the relationship between painkiller and heroin use, and what to do when you need help.
Prevention Point Pittsburgh
Prevention Point Pittsburgh (PPP) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing health empowerment services to people who use drugs.
National & International
American Society of Addiction Medicine
A professional medical society dedicated to increasing access and improving the quality of addiction treatment, educating physicians and the public, supporting research and prevention, and promoting the appropriate role of physicians in the care of patients with addiction.
ATTC Network
A nationwide, multi-disciplinary resource that draws upon the knowledge, experience, and latest work of recognized experts in the field of addictions. Visit ATTC Network website…
Addiction Treatment Forum
Reports on substance use news of interest to opioid treatment programs and patients in medication-assisted treatment.
ADAI at the University of Washington
An interdisciplinary research center; offers a selection of web links, including research centers, journals, and related organizations.
Legal Action Center
Nonprofit advocacy organization that fights discrimination against people with histories of addiction, HIV/AIDS, or criminal records can advocate for sound public policies in these areas.
NIAAA
NIAAA supports and conducts research on the impact of alcohol use on human health and well-being.
NIDA
NIDA’s mission is to advance science on drug use and addiction and to apply that knowledge to improve individual and public health.
NASADAD
Represents State Drug & Alcohol Agency Directors to foster and support the development of effective alcohol and other drug misuse prevention and treatment programs throughout every State.
Providers Clinical Support System
Training and support programs were created in response to the opioid overdose epidemic to train Primary Care Providers in the evidence-based prevention and treatment of opioid use disorders and treat chronic pain.
Recovery Research Institute
Research center with a mission to enhance the public health impact of addiction recovery science through the summary, synthesis, and dissemination of scientific findings and the conduct of novel research investigation.
SAMHSA
SAMHSA leads public health efforts to advance the behavioral health of the nation.
WHO on Substance Use
Resources for the prevention and treatment of substance use disorders maintained by the World Health Organization.
