Addiction and drug abuse information and resources

Addiction and drug abuse information and resources

Drug addiction is a global problem integrally linked to the spread of HIV and other diseases. Scientific knowledge gained in the U.S. or elsewhere can deepen understanding of the drivers of drug use, but countless local factors also contribute to addiction - the culture, economic environment, educational opportunities, availability of health services and other influences. To design effective intervention programs and convince policymakers to fund them, locally obtained evidence is key.

The National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) International Program supports international scientists as they make vital drug abuse related research discoveries and build much-needed expertise in low-resource countries. NIDA also hosts an annual International Forum to foster research collaborations and the exchange of scientific information by drug abuse researchers from around the world.