219. Lora Peppard | ADAPT Prevention Program219. Lora Peppard | ADAPT Prevention Program
High Truths on Drugs and Addiction
Dr. Lora Peppard is the Executive Director of the Center for Advancing Prevention Excellence at the University of Baltimore and the Director of ADAPT, a national training and technical assistance division for substance use prevention for the High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area Program out of the Office of National Drug Control Policy. She also serves as the Immediate Past President of the American Psychiatric Nurses Association and sits on the Board of Directors for Columbia University’s Nursing Alumnae Association and the Advisory Board for SAMHSA’s Prevention Technology and Transfer Center’s Network Coordinating Office. Dr. Peppard has over 21 years of clinical experience as a psychiatric nurse practitioner serving a variety of populations including adolescents and young adults. She has led multiple federally funded grants and developed system-wide strategies to address the unique substance use and behavioral health needs in communities across the nation. Dr. Peppard has authored several publications and serves as a community, state, national, and international consultant on prevention.
1:03:37•3 Mar 2025
Dr. Lora Peppard on Prevention Strategies in Substance Use
Episode Overview
- Prevention is key to tackling substance use issues.
- Historical examples highlight the effectiveness of prevention.
- HIDTA program focuses on reducing drug supply and promoting prevention.
- Evidence-based practices are crucial for successful prevention programs.
- Communities need to invest in prevention to promote healthy lifestyles.
“An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure”
In this episode of High Truths on Drugs and Addiction, Dr. Roneet Lev chats with Dr. Lora Peppard, a national expert in substance use prevention. Dr. Peppard is the Executive Director of the Center for Advancing Prevention Excellence at the University of Baltimore and leads the ADAPT Prevention Program. She brings over 21 years of experience in the field, offering valuable insights into the importance of prevention in tackling substance use issues. Dr.
Peppard shares her journey from being a psychiatric nurse practitioner to becoming a key figure in national prevention efforts. She emphasises the significance of upstream prevention strategies, drawing parallels with historical examples like fire safety measures and tobacco use reduction. The conversation highlights the role of the High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area (HIDTA) program in reducing drug supply and promoting prevention initiatives. Dr.
Peppard also discusses the importance of evidence-based practices and the need for communities to invest in prevention programs. This episode is packed with practical advice for anyone interested in preventing substance use and promoting healthy lifestyles.
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