Drugs & Health Blog

Scientific perspectives on drug and addiction research and news.

Say What? "Clinical Trial"

November 05, 2018 / The NIDA Blog Team

Scientists work with volunteers in a clinical trial to find out how well a medicine or treatment works. Read More »

March 19, 2018 / The NIDA Blog Team

Teens who think they might be at greater risk for addiction can be extra careful about the choices they make. Read More »

March 12, 2018 / The NIDA Blog Team

Placebos are used in scientific studies to test how well a drug works. Read More »

March 05, 2018 / The NIDA Blog Team

Take our quiz to learn how drugs can affect your brain. Read More »

February 26, 2018 / The NIDA Blog Team

Make choices about your health based on facts, not myths. Read More »

February 20, 2018 / The NIDA Blog Team

When you speak about people who have a substance use disorder, the words you use matter. Read More »