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Division on Addiction

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Seeking to alleviate addiction-related burdens. Cambridge Health Alliance and Harvard Med School faculty. Research | Education | Outreach | Training Check us out: lnk.bio/LW9P

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Division on Addiction @divisionaddiction.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
Many gambling operators offer responsible gambling features like self-exclusion. We examined daily fantasy sport (DFS) player records to understand how these individuals use self-exclusion and to identify DFS activity-related predictors of self-exclusion. www.divisiononaddiction.org/wp-content/u...
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Division on Addiction @divisionaddiction.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
New on The BASIS: We review a study by researchers from @casaa.bsky.social that examined how often people report drinking while gambling, including whether drinking patterns differ between sports gamblers and other gamblers. basisonline.org/2026/09/29/h...
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Division on Addiction @divisionaddiction.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
September is Responsible Gaming Education Month! Play our Responsible Gambling Quiz to test your knowledge of responsible gambling and low-risk gambling guidelines. kahoot.it/challenge/00... #RGEM2026
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Division on Addiction @divisionaddiction.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
Science Literacy in Your Practice is a free online course designed for clinicians who are interested in enhancing their knowledge about scientific research and evidence-based practices. Learn more and register: divisiononaddictioncourses.org/courses/scie...
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Division on Addiction @divisionaddiction.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
Suicide prevention is a year-round commitment. The work of showing up for the people in our lives is for all twelve. Stronger Together: Connect. Support. Prevent. samhsa.gov/mental-health/suicidal-behavior/prevention #SuicidePreventionMonth #ConnectSupportPrevent #SPM2026
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Division on Addiction @divisionaddiction.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
New on The BASIS: We review a study by researchers from Goethe University Frankfurt that explored how substance use-related stigma influences patient behavior. basisonline.org/2026/09/22/h...
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Division on Addiction @divisionaddiction.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
🚨 New publication alert! We recently published a study that examined actual tournament poker data to see what groups of online players are more likely to move up in stakes, and how responsible gambling actions differ between these groups. link.springer.com/article/10.1...
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Division on Addiction @divisionaddiction.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
Considering a change to your gambling? There are many resources and tools available to support you – whether you want to adjust, cut back, or stop entirely. Explore options and find out what works for you: divisiononaddiction.org/talk-about-g...
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Division on Addiction @divisionaddiction.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
Join us in raising awareness for Recovery Month, when we celebrate individuals and families in recovery. Every conversation, every connection can make a difference. #RecoveryMonth2026
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Division on Addiction @divisionaddiction.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
September is Responsible Gaming Education Month! Test your knowledge of responsible gambling tools with our 10-question quiz: kahoot.it/challenge/00... #RGEM2026
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Division on Addiction @divisionaddiction.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
New on The BASIS: We review a study by researchers from West Virginia University School of Public Health that examined the association between tobacco use and oral health outcomes among adolescents over time. basisonline.org/2026/09/15/i...
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Division on Addiction @divisionaddiction.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
See what’s new at the Division on Addiction! Check out our Summer 2026 Newsletter for the latest news, recent research, and upcoming events: www.divisiononaddiction.org/wp-content/u...
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Division on Addiction @divisionaddiction.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
September 10th is World Suicide Prevention Day. This year’s theme, “Changing the Narrative on Suicide,” aims to inspire us all to engage in open conversation about suicide. At the Division on Addiction, we are marking today by raising awareness of the link between addiction and suicide.
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Division on Addiction @divisionaddiction.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
We analyzed daily fantasy sports (DFS) player data to examine how big wins predict future DFS activity. Check out our infographic to find out what we learned! www.divisiononaddiction.org/wp-content/u...
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Division on Addiction @divisionaddiction.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
New on The BASIS: We review a study by researchers from Klein Buendel that trialed a smartphone app that uses family-involved therapy approaches to reduce alcohol use and impaired driving. basisonline.org/2026/09/08/h...
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Division on Addiction @divisionaddiction.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
Join us today on #988Day to spread awareness of the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, available 24/7 for anyone in emotional distress, facing substance use challenges, or even loneliness. If you or someone you know is in need of support, call or text 998, or chat on 988lifeline.org to be connected.
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Division on Addiction @divisionaddiction.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
What do you know about addiction? Test your knowledge with our free quizzes on Gambling Disorder, responsible gambling, and addiction and adolescence. www.divisiononaddiction.org/education-tr...
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Division on Addiction @divisionaddiction.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. Together we can create communities where people feel seen, supported and connected. Learn more: samhsa.gov/mental-health/suicidal-behavior/prevention
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Division on Addiction @divisionaddiction.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
New on The BASIS: We review a study by researchers from @carleton.ca that examined why casino players interact with staff at on-site responsible gambling programs. basisonline.org/2026/09/01/u...
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Division on Addiction @divisionaddiction.bsky.social · 31/08/2026
August 31st, 2026 marks the 25th annual International Overdose Awareness Day. 25 years later, overdose continues to affect people, families, and communities worldwide. Overdose is preventable, and lives can be saved through compassionate and evidence-based action. www.cdc.gov/overdose-pre...
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Division on Addiction @divisionaddiction.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
We examined whether fantasy sports participation is associated with gambling-related problems among a sample of college students. Check out our infographic to find out what we learned! www.divisiononaddiction.org/wp-content/u...
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Division on Addiction @divisionaddiction.bsky.social · 25/08/2026
New on The BASIS: We review a study by researchers from Western Kentucky University that explored the relationship between cannabis use frequency and impaired driving. basisonline.org/2026/08/25/c...
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Division on Addiction @divisionaddiction.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
Prevention helps us get ahead of challenge so that individuals, families, and communities can be healthy and thrive. Visit www.samhsa.gov/prevention-month for more information! #SubstanceUsePrimaryPreventionMonth #PreventionMonth
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Division on Addiction @divisionaddiction.bsky.social · 18/08/2026
New on The BASIS: We review a study by researchers from @bostonu.bsky.social School of Public Health that evaluated youth’s awareness of anti-tobacco campaigns and whether disparities existed among their sociodemographic characteristics and health behaviors. basisonline.org/2026/08/18/d...
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Division on Addiction @divisionaddiction.bsky.social · 17/08/2026
Screening for gambling problems is easy with free, anonymous resources! Check out our 3-question Brief Biosocial Gambling Screen – available in 22 languages – if you want to know more about your relationship with gambling. www.divisiononaddiction.org/outreach-res...
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Division on Addiction @divisionaddiction.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
We studied the gambling, depositing, and withdrawing behavior of online casino players over a 2-year period. Check out our infographic to find out what we learned! www.divisiononaddiction.org/wp-content/u...
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Division on Addiction @divisionaddiction.bsky.social · 11/08/2026
New on The BASIS: We review a study by researchers from the Iowa City Veterans Rural Health Resource Center that explored the experiences of rural veterans who received care for alcohol-related problems. basisonline.org/2026/08/11/r...
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Division on Addiction @divisionaddiction.bsky.social · 10/08/2026
This culturally-tailored problem gambling prevention resource provides brief education about gambling risk factors, signs and symptoms of gambling disorder, and treatment options. Learn more and download free copies in English and Haitian Creole: www.divisiononaddiction.org/education-tr...
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Division on Addiction @divisionaddiction.bsky.social · 07/08/2026
New modules of The BASIS Microlearning Course covering recent addiction research with implications are now available! Visit DivisionOnAddictionCourses.org to enroll. DraftKings, Inc. provided financial support for assembling content from The BASIS into this continuing education program.
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Division on Addiction @divisionaddiction.bsky.social · 06/08/2026
Curious about new findings in addiction research? The Brief Addiction Science Information Source (BASIS) breaks down current, peer-reviewed research each week and delivers the highlights straight to your inbox. Sign up today! lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/4kg4es7
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Division on Addiction @divisionaddiction.bsky.social · 05/08/2026
The Gambling & Recovery Podcast Science Accelerator Course is a free online course sharing evidence-based and lived-experience insight into the experience of gambling-related problems, now updated with three new modules! Visit DivisionOnAddictionCourses.org to learn more.
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Division on Addiction @divisionaddiction.bsky.social · 04/08/2026
New on The BASIS: We review a study that examined changes in gambling behavior following care calls provided to customers of a large Norwegian gambling operator who were identified as at risk for gambling-related harm. basisonline.org/2026/08/04/c...
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Division on Addiction @divisionaddiction.bsky.social · 03/08/2026
Did you know the Division on Addiction has educational materials aimed at emerging adults navigating gambling opportunities? Check out our materials that provide emerging adults, and professionals working with them, with information on how to reduce harm. www.divisiononaddiction.org/outreach-res...
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Division on Addiction @divisionaddiction.bsky.social · 31/07/2026
We just added four new modules to The BASIS Microlearning Course, a free online course covering recent scientific findings that offer new insights into gambling, drinking, smoking, and substance use. Learn more about this continuing education program at DivisionOnAddictionCourses.org.
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Division on Addiction @divisionaddiction.bsky.social · 30/07/2026
🚨 New modules have been added to The Gambling & Recovery Podcast Science Accelerator Course, a free course for allied health professionals to learn about the experience of gambling-related harms through research and lived-experience insight. Visit DivisionOnAddictionCourses.org for more information!
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Division on Addiction @divisionaddiction.bsky.social · 29/07/2026
We investigated online poker and financial activity using electronic betting records from almost 2,500 subscribers of a major European gambling operator. Check out our infographic to find out what we learned! www.divisiononaddiction.org/wp-content/u...
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Division on Addiction @divisionaddiction.bsky.social · 28/07/2026
New on The BASIS: We review a study by researchers from Clemson University that detailed a pilot trial of THRIVE, a peer-delivered sexual and intimate partner violence prevention program for women in substance use treatment. basisonline.org/2026/07/28/p...
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Division on Addiction @divisionaddiction.bsky.social · 27/07/2026
Three new modules have been added to the Gambling & Recovery Podcast Science Accelerator Course! We are grateful to Jamie Salsburg, Mark Checkwicz, and the After Gambling Podcast for their collaboration. We thank DraftKings, Inc. for providing financial support for the development of this course.
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Division on Addiction @divisionaddiction.bsky.social · 23/07/2026
What did we learn when we studied the actual daily fantasy sports play of more than 10K players? Check out our infographic to find out! www.divisiononaddiction.org/wp-content/u...
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Division on Addiction @divisionaddiction.bsky.social · 22/07/2026
Recent addiction research offers new insights into gambling, drinking, smoking, and substance use. Explore the latest science reviews in the four new modules of The BASIS Microlearning Course. Learn more about this free continuing education opportunity at DivisionOnAddictionCourses.org!
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Division on Addiction @divisionaddiction.bsky.social · 21/07/2026
New on The BASIS: We review a study by researchers from the Division of Health Care Financing and Policy at the Nevada Health Authority that explored the profiles of youth who initiate nicotine use based on product type. basisonline.org/2026/07/21/p...
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Division on Addiction @divisionaddiction.bsky.social · 20/07/2026
What do you know about addiction? Test your knowledge with our free quizzes on Gambling Disorder, responsible gambling, and addiction and adolescence. www.divisiononaddiction.org/education-tr...
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Division on Addiction @divisionaddiction.bsky.social · 17/07/2026
🚨 New modules alert! The BASIS Microlearning Course has four new modules for allied health professionals interested in learning more about addiction research. DraftKings, Inc. provided financial support for assembling content from The BASIS into this free continuing education program.
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Division on Addiction @divisionaddiction.bsky.social · 16/07/2026
Considering a change to your gambling? There are many resources and tools available to support you – whether you want to adjust, cut back, or stop entirely. Explore options and find out what works for you: divisiononaddiction.org/talk-about-g...
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Division on Addiction @divisionaddiction.bsky.social · 15/07/2026
We looked at 86 studies that assessed responsible gambling (RG) tools to evaluate the current evidence for RG tools and identify which tools are promising for minimizing risky gambling behavior. Check out our infographic to find out what we learned! www.divisiononaddiction.org/wp-content/u...
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Division on Addiction @divisionaddiction.bsky.social · 14/07/2026
New on The BASIS: We review a study by researchers from @exeter.ac.uk that explored whether thinking of addiction as a brain disease lowers drinkers’ readiness to change their drinking behavior. basisonline.org/2026/07/14/b...
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Division on Addiction @divisionaddiction.bsky.social · 13/07/2026
We’re proud to announce that four new modules covering recent addiction science research have been added to The BASIS Microlearning Course. We’re grateful to DraftKings, Inc. for providing financial support for assembling content from The BASIS into this free continuing education program.
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Division on Addiction @divisionaddiction.bsky.social · 09/07/2026
We followed a group of daily fantasy sports players for 27 months, tracking their overall levels of engagement and analyzing their playing trends. Check out our infographic to find out what we learned! www.divisiononaddiction.org/wp-content/u...
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Division on Addiction @divisionaddiction.bsky.social · 08/07/2026
The Division on Addiction is proud to share its 2025 Annual Report! This report highlights the work of our faculty and staff to reduce the burdens of addiction through research, education, training, and outreach. See what we accomplished last year: www.divisiononaddiction.org/wp-content/u...
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Division on Addiction @divisionaddiction.bsky.social · 07/07/2026
New on The BASIS: We review a study by researchers from @deakinuniversity.bsky.social that assessed how lived experience may inform gambling harm prevention strategies. basisonline.org/2026/07/07/p...
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