Get information to help you talk with your teens about drugs and their effects, and learn where to go to get help.| National Institute on Drug Abuse
Efforts must continue to prevent drug use, addiction and overdose, increase treatment, and leverage new technologies| National Institute on Drug Abuse
The Science of Addiction on Drugs and the Brain| National Institute on Drug Abuse
NIDA funds a broad portfolio of research addressing drug abuse in the context of the justice system.| National Institute on Drug Abuse
Taking opioids in combination with other central nervous system depressants—like benzodiazepines, alcohol, or xylazine—increases the risk of life-threatening overdose.| National Institute on Drug Abuse
Learn more about the health effects of cocaine, a stimulant drug made from the leaves of the coca plant.| National Institute on Drug Abuse
Learn what stigma is, how it affects people with SUD, and how you can help make a change.| National Institute on Drug Abuse
This page offers background information and tips for providers to keep in mind while using person-first language, as well as terms to avoid to reduce stigma and negative bias when discussing addiction. Although some language that may be considered stigmatizing is commonly used within social communities of people who struggle with substance use disorders (SUDs), clinicians can show leadership in how language can destigmatize the disease of addiction.| National Institute on Drug Abuse
Explore the different types of medications prescribed for opioid overdose, withdrawal, and addiction. Medications for overdose of opioids, withdrawal, and addiction are safe, effective, and save lives. This Medications for Opioid Use Disorder (MOUD) Infographic helps present basic information on common medications and formulations available to consumers.| National Institute on Drug Abuse
Men are more likely than women to use almost all types of illicit drugs,13 and illicit drug use is more likely to result in emergency department visits or overdose deaths for men than for women. "Illicit" refers to use of illegal drugs, including marijuana (according to federal law) and misuse of prescription drugs.| National Institute on Drug Abuse
Trends and Statistics| National Institute on Drug Abuse
A plain language summary of prescription opioids that explains effects on the brain and reported use.| National Institute on Drug Abuse
Treatment & Recovery section of Drugs, Brains, and Behavior: The Science of Addiction| National Institute on Drug Abuse
Addiction is defined as a chronic, relapsing disorder characterized by compulsive drug seeking and use despite adverse consequences| National Institute on Drug Abuse
Negative biases against people with substance use disorders can affect their health, well-being and quality of care| National Institute on Drug Abuse
Provides an overview of drug use and addiction, including what happens in the brain during drug use, why some people become addicted while others don't, and the importance of prevention.| National Institute on Drug Abuse
“Kratom” commonly refers to an herbal substance that can produce opioid- and stimulant-like effects. Kratom and kratom-based products are currently legal and accessible in many areas.| National Institute on Drug Abuse
Naloxone can quickly restore normal breathing to a person during an opioid overdose.| National Institute on Drug Abuse
See facts and figures on overdose deaths as reported by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention| National Institute on Drug Abuse
