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Applying Neuroscience Concepts, Technologies, and Methods to Substance Use Prevention
Presented by Dr. Diana Fishbein and Dr. Emma Jane Rose On September 19, 2023, this symposium presented research showing that biological...
National Prevention Science Coalition
Oct 3, 20238 min read
The legalization of marijuana comes at a hidden cost to our young people
https://www.chicagotribune.com/opinion/commentary/ct-opinion-marijuana-legalization-adolescent-teen-use-risks-20230117-v6rxqplxqrd33ousop...
National Prevention Science Coalition
Jan 19, 20234 min read
Allocate opioid settlement dollars to real addiction-ending solutions
https://www.statnews.com/2022/10/27/allocate-opioid-settlement-dollars-real-addiction-ending-solutions/ By Linda Richter and Diana...
National Prevention Science Coalition
Oct 27, 20224 min read
Ending hunger could be the first step toward ending the opioid epidemic
https://thehill.com/opinion/healthcare/3689683-ending-hunger-could-be-the-first-step-toward-ending-the-opioid-epidemic/ By Linda Richter...
National Prevention Science Coalition
Oct 17, 20224 min read
Prevention is our best — and most underrated — weapon against opioids
https://thehill.com/opinion/healthcare/3559426-prevention-is-our-best-and-most-underrated-weapon-against-opioids/ By Diana Fishbein...
National Prevention Science Coalition
Jul 15, 20223 min read
Reducing stigma to help combat the opioid epidemic
Having the right attitude toward those suffering addiction can make a big difference. https://www.readingeagle.com/2022/06/24/reducing-st...
National Prevention Science Coalition
Jun 24, 20224 min read
Strategy for Preventing Opioid Use Disorders in Communities
Executive Summary The majority of adolescents will engage in substance use (e.g., nicotine/tobacco, alcohol, cannabis) between the ages...
National Prevention Science Coalition
May 16, 202211 min read
Comprehensive National Strategy to Prevent Opioid Use Disorder
The United States (US) finds itself in a clash between epidemics – more aptly referred to as a “syndemic”. For several years now, we...
National Prevention Science Coalition
Mar 16, 202218 min read
Advancing Prevention Perspectives through Education, Application, & Impact
October 2021 HIDTA Prevention Summit The purpose of the 2021 HIDTA Prevention Summit was to enhance and elevate perspectives on substance...
National Prevention Science Coalition
Oct 7, 20212 min read
Brain Development in Adolescence and Substance Use in the Context of Prevention Science & Practice
Keynote speakers: Dr. Wilson M. Compton Dr. Diana Fishbein Wadih Maalouf Chair of the webinar: Matej Košir In many countries (including...
National Prevention Science Coalition
Jul 21, 20212 min read
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