NIH-funded study finds overall rate of drug use among 10-14 year-olds remained stable during the 2020 COVID-19 pandemic
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Adolescents experiencing stress, mental health issues, and hardship most likely to use substances
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More than 1.5 million children lost a primary or secondary caregiver due to the COVID-19 pandemic
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Addressing the impact of caregiver deaths critical for pediatric mental health, authors note
Words matter: language can reduce mental health and addiction stigma, NIH leaders say
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Appropriate terminology can improve how people with these conditions are treated in health care settings and society
Emergency department-administered, high-dose buprenorphine may enhance opioid use disorder treatment outcomes
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Study finds treatment is safe and well tolerated in people with opioid use disorder experiencing withdrawal symptoms
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Marijuana use and drinking did not significantly change during the COVID-19 pandemic
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NIH study suggests a link between cannabis use and higher levels of suicidal ideation, plan, and attempt
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Trial underway to determine whether mobile clinics can help improve health outcomes for people with opioid use disorder
Long-lasting medications may improve treatment satisfaction in people with opioid use disorder
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NIH leaders emphasize the importance of patient voices in addiction medication development
Medical records analysis links cannabis use disorder in pregnancy to infant health problems
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Study adds to a growing body of evidence that prenatal exposure to cannabis may be associated with poor birth outcomes
Study links structural brain changes to behavioral problems in children who snore
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Behavioral problems in children who snore may be associated with changes in the structure of their brain’s frontal lobe
Younger age of first cannabis use or prescription drug misuse is associated with faster development of substance use disorders
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NIH analysis measures the prevalence of nine substance use disorders after first substance use or misuse in young people
Law enforcement seizures of methamphetamine, marijuana rose during pandemic
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Analysis of illegal drug confiscations in five key U.S. regions suggests new drug supply patterns since COVID-19
To end HIV epidemic, we must address health disparities
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Expert report cites unequal progress in Southern U.S. and among marginalized groups
Methamphetamine overdose deaths rise sharply nationwide
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NIH-supported study finds biggest increase among American Indians and Alaska Natives
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Combination medication may be effective in treating adults with methamphetamine use disorder
Physician-pharmacist collaboration may increase adherence to opioid addiction treatment
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NIH-supported pilot study found team-based approach may improve buprenorphine care
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Annual Monitoring the Future (MTF) survey results released.
Amy Hauck Newman appointed to lead NIDA’s Intramural Research Program
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Dr. Newman officially began her new position at the NIDA IRP on November 22, 2020.
Neighborhood conditions associated with children’s cognitive function
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NIH-funded research from ABCD Study finds association despite household income.
NIH study tests a comprehensive model intervention to reduce opioid overdose deaths in hard-hit communities
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COVID-19 brings challenges, learning opportunities
NIH-funded study links adolescent brain differences to increased waist circumference
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Finding from ABCD Study elucidates neural mechanisms that may underlie early weight gain
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Increases are among the largest in history of national study
Substance use disorders linked to COVID-19 susceptibility
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NIH research finds higher risk and worse outcomes for those with addiction
NIDA launches drug education booklet series for middle school students
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The National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) has launched a redesigned series of booklets geared towards educating middle school students about substance use. The Mind Matters series consists of nine...
Landmark study of adolescent brain development renews for additional seven years
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With nearly $290M of new funding for seven years to research institutions around the country, the National Institutes of Health renewed its commitment to the Adolescent Brain Cognitive Development (ABCD)...
Stigma and addiction addressed in New England Journal of Medicine
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In a perspective released today in The New England Journal of Medicine, NIDA Director Dr. Nora Volkow addresses how stigma against people who use drugs can sabotage effective treatment.
NIDA Director outlines potential risks to people who smoke and use drugs during COVID-19 pandemic
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The precarious intersection of the COVID-19 national health emergency and the concurrent epidemic of drug overdose deaths is outlined in the Annals of Internal Medicine this week by Dr. Nora...
National Drug and Alcohol Facts Week® celebrates 10 years
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NDAFW is an annual, week-long observance in which local educational events link teens with science-based facts about drugs and alcohol through live and online activities across the country.
Vaping of marijuana on the rise among teens
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Findings from the 2019 Monitoring the Future (MTF) survey demonstrate the appeal of vaping to teens, as seen in the increased prevalence of marijuana use as well as nicotine vaping.
NIH-funded study finds teens prefer mint and mango vaping flavors
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A new analysis suggests that teens prefer mint and mango as their vaping flavors of choice for e-cigarettes