Do you think someone in your life is struggling with substance use disorder? Are you looking for ways to help and support them but are not sure how or where to begin? Learn how to start the conversation and find resources to help: samhsa.gov/sites/default/files/starting-the-conversation-guide.pdf

New on The BASIS: We review a study by researchers from @leedstrinity.bsky.social that investigated psychosocial factors that contribute to the development of late-onset problematic alcohol use. basisonline.org/2026/01/27/l...

Addiction recovery isn’t one-size-fits-all. Pathways to recovery can include clinical care, therapy, peer support, faith-based support, and self-management. Find treatment and support that works for you: findtreatment.gov #TreatmentMonth #RecoveryIsPossible

Screening for gambling problems is easy with free, anonymous resources! Check out our 3-question Brief Biosocial Gambling Screen – available in 22 languages – if you want to know more about your relationship with gambling. www.divisiononaddiction.org/outreach-res...

New on The BASIS: We review a study by researchers from the Experimental Gambling Research Laboratory at Central Queensland University that explored young adult sports bettors’ experiences of gambling harm and their perspectives on changing their gambling behavior. basisonline.org/2026/01/20/y...

Science Literacy in Your Practice is a free online course designed for clinicians who are interested in enhancing their knowledge about scientific research and evidence-based practices. Learn more and register: divisiononaddictioncourses.org/courses/scie...

Online sports betting continues to grow, raising concerns about its public health impact. The Harvard Gazette explored this topic, featuring insights from Dr. @debilaplante.bsky.social, Director of the Division on Addiction, on the importance of gambling screening. news.harvard.edu/gazette/stor...

New on The BASIS: We review a study by researchers from the University of New South Wales that explored how patients with methamphetamine use disorder experience a treatment package consisting of psychotherapy and doses of the psychedelic psilocybin. basisonline.org/2026/01/13/e...

If making changes to your substance use is part of your goals for the new year, know that you’re not alone and help is available. Take the first step: connect with resources or reach out for support. Visit findtreatment.gov #TreatmentMonth #RecoveryIsPossible

Advancing #openscience principles and practices and conducting replication studies will strengthen the #gambling studies literature. Check out our infographic to learn more! www.divisiononaddiction.org/wp-content/u...

Learn about gambling research and its implications for treatment and public health with The Worldwide Addiction Gambling Education Report (WAGER) Microlearning Course, a free online course offered by the MA Technical Assistance Center for Problem Gambling Treatment: www.m-tac.org/module-categ...

Substance Use Disorder #TreatmentMonth highlights treatment options, pathways to recovery, and supporting others in need. Check out SAMHSA's toolkit and help spread the word: www.samhsa.gov/about/digita...

New on The BASIS: We review a study by researchers from the University of Washington School of Social Work that examined the relationship between young adults' reasoning for using vapes and subsequent vape and cigarette use later in life. basisonline.org/2026/01/06/r...

What do you know about addiction? Test your knowledge with our free quizzes on Gambling Disorder, responsible gambling, and addiction and adolescence. www.divisiononaddiction.org/education-tr...

Your First Step to Change is a self-help workbook for individuals thinking about changing their #gambling behavior. Download or order free copies from the MA Department of Public Health's Health Promotion Clearinghouse. Available in 5 languages! massclearinghouse.ehs.state.ma.us/PROG-GAMB/PG...

#ICYMI – Another successful year of The BASIS has come to a close. Check out our 2025 Year-In-Review for a recap of this year’s highlights and a look ahead to 2026! basisonline.org/2025/12/19/t...

New on The BASIS: We review a study by researchers from @rand.org that examined the experiences of people who attend online mutual support group meetings for problematic drinking. basisonline.org/2025/12/30/e...

The holidays can be stressful. Taking care of your body and mind is an important part of self-care. Explore practical ways to support yourself during the holiday season: www.samhsa.gov/find-support...

What does it mean to #GiftResponsibly? Keep lottery tickets, scratchers, and other forms of gambling out of children’s gifts.

🚨 New publication alert! The xaʔtu̓s (First Face) for Mental Health training empowers Tribal community members to provide informal support to people experiencing mental health distress.

New on The BASIS: We review a study by researchers from Lund University that explored the relationship between gambling disorder and suicidality. basisonline.org/2025/12/23/b...

Are you curious about your own drinking? The new Responsible Drinking Inventory (RDI) is a self-administered tool that can help you reflect on and understand your own drinking behaviors and beliefs. See the full instrument on page 2 of this infographic. www.divisiononaddiction.org/wp-content/u...

Is the holiday stress getting to you? Taking time to focus on yourself is okay. Explore ways to care for your body and mind this season: samhsa.gov/find-support/how-to-cope

Another successful year of The BASIS has come to a close. Check out our 2025 Year-In-Review for a recap of this year’s highlights and a look ahead to 2026! basisonline.org/2025/12/19/t...

Stay up to date with the Division on Addiction! Read our Fall 2025 Newsletter for the latest news, recent research, and upcoming events: www.divisiononaddiction.org/wp-content/u...

This holiday season, remember to #GiftResponsibly! Keep lottery tickets, scratchers, and other forms of gambling out of children’s gifts.

Sometimes responsible drinking means not drinking at all. Gauge your responsible drinking beliefs and behaviors using our new validated instrument, the Responsible Drinking Inventory (RDI). Check out our infographic to learn more! View the RDI on page 2. www.divisiononaddiction.org/wp-content/u...

📣 We’re #hiring! We’re seeking a Community Health Educator to support professional and community-based capacity building and addiction-focused public health initiatives. Interested in joining the Division on Addiction? Learn more and apply here: www.chacareers.org/job/15084/co...

New on The BASIS: We review a study by researchers from @washumedicine.bsky.social that identified the prevalence of substance use disorders during emergency department visits involving patients who have experienced human trafficking. basisonline.org/2025/12/16/s...

#ICYMI, we added four new modules to The BASIS Microlearning Course! This free, continuing education, online course is an opportunity for allied health professionals to learn about addiction research and its implications for treatment and public health. Learn more: DivisionOnAddictionCourses.org

#ICYMI – We developed the Responsible Drinking Inventory (RDI) – an 18-item self-report measure designed to assess responsible drinking beliefs and behaviors. Across six studies, the RDI demonstrated strong psychometric properties and the ability to predict short-term drinking consequences.

Are you or someone you know interested in addiction-focused public health work? The Division on Addiction is hiring a Community Health Educator to support community-based and professional capacity building initiatives. Learn more and apply here: www.chacareers.org/job/15084/co...

The holiday season can be stressful—socially, financially, and emotionally. Remember to take a break. It’s OK to focus on yourself, your self-care, and your overall health and wellness this season. Here are some ways to show yourself some comfort & joy: samhsa.gov/find-support/how-to-cope

Recent addiction research offers new insights into gambling, drinking, smoking, and substance use. Explore the latest science reviews in the four new modules of The BASIS Microlearning Course. Learn more about this free continuing education opportunity at DivisionOnAddictionCourses.org!

New on The BASIS: We review a study by researchers from the University of Rochester Medical Center that examined engagement with a text messaging intervention for vaping cessation among Latino young adults. basisonline.org/2025/12/09/e...

📣 We’re #hiring! We’re seeking a Community Health Educator to support professional and community-based capacity building and addiction-focused public health initiatives. Interested in joining the Division on Addiction? Learn more and apply here: www.chacareers.org/job/15084/co...

Drinking alcohol can affect decision making. Gauge your responsible drinking beliefs and behaviors using our new validated instrument, the Responsible Drinking Inventory (RDI). Check out our infographic to learn more!

🚨 New modules alert! The BASIS Microlearning Course has four new modules for allied health professionals interested in learning more about addiction research and its implications for treatment and public health. Visit DivisionOnAddictionCourses.org for more information!

It’s National Grief Awareness Week. Grief is the emotional, mental, and physical response to loss, and involves a range of reactions. It looks and feels different for everyone. This week, help spread awareness and share resources to ensure no one grieves alone: www.samhsa.gov/newsroom/obs... #NGAW

🚨 New publication alert! Responsible drinking is a widely used but poorly defined and understood term. We developed the Responsible Drinking Inventory (RDI) – an 18-item, self-administered measure of beliefs and behaviors related to responsible alcohol use.

New on The BASIS: We review a study by researchers from the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center that examined the impact of online discrimination on alcohol misuse among Hispanic college students and if psychological resilience moderated these effects. basisonline.org/2025/12/02/r...

🚨 New learning opportunity! We’re proud to announce that four new modules covering recent addiction science research have been added to The BASIS Microlearning Course. Visit DivisionOnAddictionCourses.org to learn more!

#ICYMI — Throughout November, The BASIS explored the intersection of technology and addiction by featuring research and editorials that examined how technology can both support addiction treatment and recovery and contribute to addiction. Check out our Special Series: basisonline.org/2025/11/03/i...

We evaluated how well nine behavioral Markers of Harm detected risk for gambling-related harm among a group of online sports bettors. Check out our infographic to find out what we learned! www.divisiononaddiction.org/wp-content/u...

New on The BASIS: As part of our Special Series on Addiction and Technology, Drs. Molly Maloney and Jennifer Merrill reflect on the strengths of digital interventions and discuss safeguards to ensure they reflect the needs of the people who use them. basisonline.org/2025/11/26/d...

New on The BASIS: As part of our Special Series on Addiction and Technology, we review a study by researchers from the School of Psychology at Swansea University that examined young adults’ experiences with and perceptions of gambling livestreaming. basisonline.org/2025/11/25/g...

The GRIT Model integrates #OpenScience principles with existing ethical guidelines to help ensure that gambling research processes are ethical, transparent, and unbiased. Check out our infographic to learn more! www.divisiononaddiction.org/wp-content/u...

New BASIS op-ed: Dr. Tiange (Patrick) Xu reflects on how his lived experience with cryptocurrency addiction and his experience as a problem gambling researcher helped him uncover a blind spot in understanding the risks and harms associated with cryptocurrency trading. basisonline.org/2025/11/20/s...

As part of our Special Series on Addiction and Technology, The BASIS reviews a study by researchers from @umasschan.bsky.social that explored how people in substance use recovery perceive a wearable digital system designed to detect stress and cravings. basisonline.org/2025/11/18/w...

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