NIAAA/NIDA Student/ECR Poster Session - APA convention 2020

NIAAA/NIDA Student/ECR Poster Session - APA convention 2020

Curious about the future of addiction research? This episode of 'The Addiction Psychologist' podcast brings you a fascinating glimpse into the work of ten budding researchers. These students and early career researchers (ECRs) share their groundbreaking projects that span from psychometric analyses to policy-level harm reduction strategies. Each presenter dives into their unique focus, offering a snapshot of the innovative approaches shaping the field.

For instance, Silvi Goldstein examines the cross-cultural validity of the SIP-2R for Indigenous and Black adults facing homelessness and alcohol use disorders. Meanwhile, Rachelle Kromash explores the psychometric properties of the Illness Attitudes Scale among people with substance use disorders. Katie Lindstrom's work looks at social network feedback and its impact on drinking outcomes among emerging adults.

The episode also highlights research on positive psychology in Alcoholics Anonymous literature, intervention preferences for those with early psychosis using cannabis, and the effects of adverse childhood experiences on adolescent substance use. With such a diverse range of topics, this episode is a treasure trove for anyone interested in the cutting-edge developments in addiction psychology. Tune in to hear these future leaders discuss their compelling research and what it could mean for the future of addiction treatment and recovery.