List of addiction and substance abuse organizations

List of Addiction and Substance Abuse Organizations

The field of addiction and substance abuse is supported by numerous organizations worldwide. These entities play a crucial role in research, treatment, support, and policy advocacy related to addiction and substance abuse. This article provides an overview of some of the key organizations dedicated to addressing issues related to drug addiction, alcoholism, and other forms of substance abuse.

Global Organizations

• World Health Organization (WHO) - The WHO is a specialized agency of the United Nations responsible for international public health. It has various programs and initiatives aimed at substance abuse prevention and treatment.

• United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) - UNODC is a global leader in the fight against illicit drugs and international crime. It assists countries in their struggle against substance abuse and addiction.

United States

• Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) - An agency within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, SAMHSA aims to reduce the impact of substance abuse and mental illness on America's communities.

• National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) - Part of the National Institutes of Health (NIH), NIDA's mission is to lead the nation in bringing the power of science to bear on drug abuse and addiction.

• American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) - ASAM is a professional society representing over 6,000 physicians, clinicians, and associated professionals in the field of addiction medicine.

United Kingdom

• Addaction - One of the UK's leading mental health, drug, and alcohol charities, offering support to individuals and families affected by addiction.

• Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) - Although AA is an international organization, it has a strong presence in the UK, providing peer support to individuals seeking to overcome alcoholism.

Canada

• Canadian Centre on Substance Use and Addiction (CCSA) - CCSA provides national leadership in the mobilization of collaborative efforts to reduce alcohol- and other drug-related harms.

Australia

• Alcohol and Drug Foundation (ADF) - ADF is committed to preventing alcohol and other drug harms in Australian communities through information, resources, and support.

List of Other Notable Organizations

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• Narcotics Anonymous (NA)
• European Monitoring Centre for Drugs and Drug Addiction (EMCDDA)
• Smart Recovery
• The Salvation Army

See Also

• Drug rehabilitation
• Substance abuse prevention
• Mental health