Online Resources
American Psychological Association - Psychopharmacology and Substance Abuse Division 28: Psychopharmacology and Substance Abuse promotes teaching, research and dissemination of information regarding the effects of drugs on behavior. The division addresses issues related to animal research, neurobehavioral toxicology, psychopharmacology training programs, development of new treatments for drug addiction, and public policy related to medication regulation and substance abuse.
American Psychology Association – Society of Addiction Psychology Division 50 promotes advances in research, professional training, and clinical practice within the broad range of addictive behaviors including problematic use of alcohol, nicotine, and other drugs and disorders involving gambling, eating, sexual behavior, or spending. Membership includes a subscription to the peer-reviewed journal Psychology of Addictive Behaviors and the newsletter of the Division.
The Association for Addiction Professionals - NAADAC is the premier global organization of addiction focused professionals who enhance the health and recovery of individuals, families and communities. NAADAC's Mission is to lead, unify and empower addiction focused professionals to achieve excellence through education, advocacy, knowledge, standards of practice, ethics, professional development and research. Purdue Global’s Master’s of Science program – Addictions Specialization is a NAADAC Premier partner.
National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism - The mission of the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA) is to provide leadership in the national effort to reduce alcohol-related problems by: 1) Conducting and supporting research in a wide range of scientific areas including genetics, neuroscience, epidemiology, health risks and benefits of alcohol consumption, prevention, and treatment; 2) Coordinating and collaborating with other research institutes and Federal Programs on alcohol-related issues; 3) Collaborating with international, national, state, and local institutions, organizations, agencies, and programs engaged in alcohol-related work; and 5) Translating and disseminating research findings to health care providers, researchers, policymakers, and the public. The Institute's efforts to fulfill its mission are guided by the NIAAA vision to support and promote, through research and education, the best science on alcohol and health for the benefit of all by: 1) Increasing the understanding of normal and abnormal biological functions and behavior relating to alcohol use; 2) Improving the diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of alcohol use disorders; and 3) Enhancing quality health care.
National Institute on Drug Abuse - NIDA's mission is to lead the Nation in bringing the power of science to bear on drug abuse and addiction. This charge has two critical components. The first is the strategic support and conduct of research across a broad range of disciplines. The second is ensuring the rapid and effective dissemination and use of the results of that research to significantly improve prevention and treatment and to inform policy as it relates to drug abuse and addiction.
Occupational Handbook - Bureau of Labor Statistics - Substance Abuse Counselors - This is a guide to career information about substance abuse counselors.
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration - The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is the agency within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services that leads public health efforts to advance the behavioral health of the nation. SAMHSA's mission is to reduce the impact of substance abuse and mental illness on America's communities.
Resources for current students and alumni in the Addictions concentration. The site includes archives of the quarterly webinars and newsletters, information about professional organizations, a partnership map, practice exams, and more!