The National Institute on Drug Abuse

The National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) is a U.S. government organization that funds research to understand how drugs affect the brain and body. Its goal is to improve prevention, treatment, and recovery methods for substance use disorders. NIDA also provides information to the public, healthcare providers, and policymakers to help reduce the impact of drug misuse. Essentially, it focuses on scientific efforts to better understand drugs, their risks, and effective ways to prevent and treat addiction, promoting healthier lives and communities.