New on The BASIS: We review a study by researchers from Goethe University Frankfurt that explored how substance use-related stigma influences patient behavior. basisonline.org/2026/09/22/h...
Division on Addiction
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Seeking to alleviate addiction-related burdens. Cambridge Health Alliance and Harvard Med School faculty. Research | Education | Outreach | Training Check us out: https://lnk.bio/LW9P
🚨 New publication alert! We recently published a study that examined actual tournament poker data to see what groups of online players are more likely to move up in stakes, and how responsible gambling actions differ between these groups. link.springer.com/article/10.1...
Considering a change to your gambling? There are many resources and tools available to support you – whether you want to adjust, cut back, or stop entirely. Explore options and find out what works for you: divisiononaddiction.org/talk-about-g...
Join us in raising awareness for Recovery Month, when we celebrate individuals and families in recovery. Every conversation, every connection can make a difference. #RecoveryMonth2026
September is Responsible Gaming Education Month! Test your knowledge of responsible gambling tools with our 10-question quiz: kahoot.it/challenge/00... #RGEM2026
New on The BASIS: We review a study by researchers from West Virginia University School of Public Health that examined the association between tobacco use and oral health outcomes among adolescents over time. basisonline.org/2026/09/15/i...
See what’s new at the Division on Addiction! Check out our Summer 2026 Newsletter for the latest news, recent research, and upcoming events: www.divisiononaddiction.org/wp-content/u...
September 10th is World Suicide Prevention Day. This year’s theme, “Changing the Narrative on Suicide,” aims to inspire us all to engage in open conversation about suicide. At the Division on Addiction, we are marking today by raising awareness of the link between addiction and suicide.
We analyzed daily fantasy sports (DFS) player data to examine how big wins predict future DFS activity. Check out our infographic to find out what we learned! www.divisiononaddiction.org/wp-content/u...
New on The BASIS: We review a study by researchers from Klein Buendel that trialed a smartphone app that uses family-involved therapy approaches to reduce alcohol use and impaired driving. basisonline.org/2026/09/08/h...
Join us today on #988Day to spread awareness of the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, available 24/7 for anyone in emotional distress, facing substance use challenges, or even loneliness. If you or someone you know is in need of support, call or text 998, or chat on 988lifeline.org to be connected.
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...
September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. Together we can create communities where people feel seen, supported and connected. Learn more: samhsa.gov/mental-health/suicidal-behavior/prevention
New on The BASIS: We review a study by researchers from @carleton.ca that examined why casino players interact with staff at on-site responsible gambling programs. basisonline.org/2026/09/01/u...
August 31st, 2026 marks the 25th annual International Overdose Awareness Day. 25 years later, overdose continues to affect people, families, and communities worldwide. Overdose is preventable, and lives can be saved through compassionate and evidence-based action. www.cdc.gov/overdose-pre...
We examined whether fantasy sports participation is associated with gambling-related problems among a sample of college students. Check out our infographic to find out what we learned! www.divisiononaddiction.org/wp-content/u...
New on The BASIS: We review a study by researchers from Western Kentucky University that explored the relationship between cannabis use frequency and impaired driving. basisonline.org/2026/08/25/c...
Prevention helps us get ahead of challenge so that individuals, families, and communities can be healthy and thrive. Visit www.samhsa.gov/prevention-month for more information! #SubstanceUsePrimaryPreventionMonth #PreventionMonth
New on The BASIS: We review a study by researchers from @bostonu.bsky.social School of Public Health that evaluated youth’s awareness of anti-tobacco campaigns and whether disparities existed among their sociodemographic characteristics and health behaviors. basisonline.org/2026/08/18/d...
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...
We studied the gambling, depositing, and withdrawing behavior of online casino players over a 2-year period. Check out our infographic to find out what we learned! www.divisiononaddiction.org/wp-content/u...
New on The BASIS: We review a study by researchers from the Iowa City Veterans Rural Health Resource Center that explored the experiences of rural veterans who received care for alcohol-related problems. basisonline.org/2026/08/11/r...
This culturally-tailored problem gambling prevention resource provides brief education about gambling risk factors, signs and symptoms of gambling disorder, and treatment options. Learn more and download free copies in English and Haitian Creole: www.divisiononaddiction.org/education-tr...
New modules of The BASIS Microlearning Course covering recent addiction research with implications are now available! Visit DivisionOnAddictionCourses.org to enroll. DraftKings, Inc. provided financial support for assembling content from The BASIS into this continuing education program.
Curious about new findings in addiction research? The Brief Addiction Science Information Source (BASIS) breaks down current, peer-reviewed research each week and delivers the highlights straight to your inbox. Sign up today! lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/4kg4es7
The Gambling & Recovery Podcast Science Accelerator Course is a free online course sharing evidence-based and lived-experience insight into the experience of gambling-related problems, now updated with three new modules! Visit DivisionOnAddictionCourses.org to learn more.
New on The BASIS: We review a study that examined changes in gambling behavior following care calls provided to customers of a large Norwegian gambling operator who were identified as at risk for gambling-related harm. basisonline.org/2026/08/04/c...
Did you know the Division on Addiction has educational materials aimed at emerging adults navigating gambling opportunities? Check out our materials that provide emerging adults, and professionals working with them, with information on how to reduce harm. www.divisiononaddiction.org/outreach-res...
We just added four new modules to The BASIS Microlearning Course, a free online course covering recent scientific findings that offer new insights into gambling, drinking, smoking, and substance use. Learn more about this continuing education program at DivisionOnAddictionCourses.org.
🚨 New modules have been added to The Gambling & Recovery Podcast Science Accelerator Course, a free course for allied health professionals to learn about the experience of gambling-related harms through research and lived-experience insight. Visit DivisionOnAddictionCourses.org for more information!