As a professor and a clinical researcher, I’ve witnessed the devastating consequences of inadequate funding in the area of substance use disorder and addiction. Despite the growing urgency of the addiction crisis in the United States, funding for research and treatment remains drastically insufficient and significantly lower than other medical and psychiatric conditions. Cure Addiction Now is one of the only organizations working to bridge the funding gap and create opportunities for much needed innovative research.

I’ve worked in the area of substance use (and particularly opioid use disorder) treatment for the past 20 years. Over the years, I would … Read more

The U.S. War on Drugs, initiated in the 1970s, has led to significant societal costs, criminalization, and limited success in addressing substance use disorders (SUD). This paper examines the early history of U.S. drug policies, the economic burden of the War on Drugs, and explores successful international models that focus on rehabilitation rather than punishment. Ultimately, it argues for a reevaluation of the U.S. approach to substance abuse.

Early History and the Impact of Alcohol Prohibition

The failure of alcohol prohibition in the early 20th century is a powerful historical analogy for the current War on Drugs. Just as prohibition … Read more

Cure Addiction Now’s 2024 Fall Forum – Watch Now

On September 7, 2024, Cure Addiction Now (CAN) held its semi-annual Forum and Webinar bringing together prominent and leading scientists at the forefront of Substance Use Disorder (SUD) and mental health research. Hosted at the Fairmont Century Plaza in Los Angeles, California, the forum was a unique opportunity to learn about the latest advances to stop this devastating disease.

Cure Addiction Now Founder Nancy Davis opened the forum by sharing her deeply personal inspiration to launch our nonprofit organization dedicated to the understanding, treatment & ultimate cure of substance use disorder … Read more