Addiction is a chronic, relapsing disorder characterized by compulsive drug-seeking despite harmful consequences. Our scientists and engineers are collaborating on a new initiative to develop a fundamental understanding of the biological underpinnings of addiction and create new scientifically-driven strategies to treat this complex disorder.
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Addiction
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Featured Researcher
Fan Wang
Fan Wang is uncovering the neural circuits that govern the interactions between the brain and body, including movement, pain, and addiction.
$800B
Annual costs related to crime, lost work productivity, and health care in the US due to the the abuse of prescription and illicit drugs, alcohol, and tobacco.
SOURCE: NIDA1 in 5
1 in 5 children grow up in a home affected by addiction.
Source: American Academy of Pediatrics