We look forward to seeing you for our 49th annual conference in Portland, Oregon: November 13-15, 2025.
Registration is now open!
Our annual conference features an exciting multidisciplinary line-up of engaging speakers and presentations, including oral abstract sessions, live poster sessions and interactive skills-based workshops.
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Stigma and Substance Use: Rewriting the Narrative
AMERSA is proud to announce a new podcast series exploring the pervasive impact of stigma on individuals and communities affected by substance use disorders (SUD), featuring insights from experts, including individuals with lived experience and multidisciplinary professionals. Episodes will unpack the roots of stigma, its effects on care access and outcomes, and strategies to foster empathy, understanding, and inclusive support.exploring and highlighting the importance of harm reduction. The series, Stigma and Substance Use: Rewriting the Narrative, includes eight 30-40 minute episodes sponsored by PCSS-MOUD, featuring subject matter experts across multiple disciplines.
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In AMERSA’s most recent Advocacy webinar, State Opioid Treatment Authorities (SOTAs) from Ohio, Rhode Island, Colorado shared how their states have responded to the newly finalized 42 CFR Part 8 regulations from SAMHSA, which modernize federal methadone treatment rules.
AMERSA is deeply committed to improving health and well-being among people with substance use disorders.
Please read and share comments published by our Advocacy Committee on topics related to proposed regulations.
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Our peer-reviewed journal, Substance Use & Addiction Journal, is now in its 4th decade.
What is AMERSA?
AMERSA (The Association for Multidisciplinary Education and Research in Substance use and Addiction), founded in 1976, is a non-profit professional organization whose mission is to improve health and well-being through interdisciplinary leadership in substance use education, research, clinical care and policy.