Includes concepts related to medicine, natural and social sciences, psychology, and economics. The AOD Thesaurus provides a conceptual map of the multidisciplinary field of Alcohol and Other Drug research and practice, as well as standard terminology, which, over time, will result in consistent indexing and major improvements in searching and retrieval across many databases. Prevalence data including cigarette consumption statistics, and cigarette smoking trends are also found at this site. The site includes a bulletin board, chat room, research library, directory of treatment clinics and support organizations, as well as inspiration and humor. A text version of the site automatically loads for older browsers.
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Each record includes an abstract. A Guide to Concepts and Terminology in Substance Abuse and Addiction. This guide has been created to promote communication among professionals in the nicotine, tobacco, and smoking research fields. Drawn from the experience of people who recovered on their own, AVRT helps individuals take back their life from substance addiction. No steps, psychology, or religion.