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Journal at the Forefront of Substance Use Research Turns 85

Founded in 1940 and published by the Rutgers Center of Alcohol and Substance Use Studies, the Journal of Studies on Alcohol […]

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New York Times Editorial Raises Questions About Marijuana Policy and Public Health

How Cutting Back or Cutting Out Alcohol Affects Your Health

Genes Tied to Impulse Control Play a Major Role in Addiction Risk

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GSAPP Practicum Opportunities for RARC-Affiliated Labs

Call for Undergraduate Poster Presentations – Apply by March 25: Training in Addiction Research Program (TARP) Symposium

New York Times Editorial Raises Questions About Marijuana Policy and Public Health

Why Today’s Cannabis Is Dangerous for Developing Brains

How Cutting Back or Cutting Out Alcohol Affects Your Health

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Upcoming RARC Town Hall Meetings: Feedback, Progress, and Next Steps

Mental Health and Pain Medication Prescriptions for Young People Have Declined in the Past 20 Years

Parental Monitoring Is Linked to Fewer Teen Conduct Problems Despite Genetic Risk 

How Alcohol Ads in Your Feed May Lead to Alcohol in Your Glass

Now Accepting Applications: Rutgers Training in Addiction Research Program (TARP)

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