NIDA
Pronunciation: NYE-dah
Also written as: NIDA — National Institute on Drug Abuse
Federal institute that conducts and supports research on drug use disorders and addiction treatment.
Full Definition
The National Institute on Drug Abuse is part of the National Institutes of Health and serves as the primary federal agency for research on drug use and addiction. NIDA funds scientific studies on addiction mechanisms, prevention strategies, and treatment approaches, and develops evidence-based treatment guidelines used throughout the addiction treatment field. The institute also provides educational materials, training resources, and treatment protocols that inform clinical practice standards. NIDA research forms the foundation for many evidence-based practices in addiction counseling and shapes national drug policy recommendations.
Usage
Usage note: Distinguish from SAMHSA, which focuses on services rather than research.
In Context
- "The treatment protocol was based on NIDA research findings from the past five years." — Evidence-based practice documentation
- "Staff completed NIDA-sponsored training on medication-assisted treatment best practices." — Professional development record