Clinical
ASAM Clinical Practice Guidelines
Evidence-based clinical practice guidelines from America's leading addiction medicine society — includes CUD assessment protocols and treatment recommendations.
Resource Directory
North American Clinical Resources
Curated guidelines, government data, and professional tools for addiction treatment providers in the US and Canada.
20 resources across 5 categories
Clinical
DSM-5-TR Cannabis Use Disorder Criteria
Official APA diagnostic criteria for Cannabis Use Disorder (mild, moderate, severe) — the standard used in clinical assessment across North America.
Clinical
SAMHSA TIP 35: Enhancing Motivation for Change
Practical counseling approaches for motivational interviewing in substance use treatment — directly applicable to cannabis use disorder programs.
Clinical
CAMH Cannabis Policy Framework
Canada's leading mental health center's evidence-based framework for cannabis policy, clinical practice, and treatment center guidelines.
Government
NSDUH — National Survey on Drug Use and Health
Annual U.S. national survey covering substance use prevalence, treatment need, and mental health data — the primary epidemiological reference for U.S. treatment planning.
Government
Canadian Cannabis Survey
Annual tracking survey of Canadian cannabis use patterns, reasons for use, and health outcomes — essential reference for Canadian treatment programs.
Government
CDC Cannabis & Public Health
Public health data on cannabis use rates, health effects, and state-level trend information — key reference for U.S. prevalence data and risk communication.
Government
NIDA Drug Facts: Cannabis (Marijuana)
Research-backed overview of cannabis pharmacology, use patterns, addiction potential, and treatment evidence — authoritative federal reference.
Research
NIDA Research Report: Cannabis (Marijuana)
Comprehensive research summaries on cannabis addiction, health effects, and treatment outcomes — regularly updated with the latest NIH-funded findings.
Research
Journal of Addiction Medicine
Peer-reviewed research on addiction medicine — including cannabis use disorder treatment studies, pharmacotherapy trials, and behavioral intervention outcomes.
Research
CAMH Research: Cannabis
Canadian research on cannabis use, mental health impacts, and population-level treatment data from North America's largest addiction research center.
Research
Substance Use & Misuse Journal
International peer-reviewed journal covering addiction research, harm reduction strategies, and cannabis treatment outcomes across diverse populations.
Patient Ed
Know the Risks of Marijuana
Plain-language patient resources on cannabis risks, dependency signs, and how to find treatment — suitable for sharing directly with clients in your program.
Patient Ed
Cannabis and Your Health
Official Canadian patient-facing information on cannabis health effects, risks, and dependency — available in English and French for bilingual programs.
Patient Ed
NIDA for Teens: Marijuana
Accessible, evidence-based cannabis education for adolescent clients — designed for youth-serving treatment programs and school-based prevention efforts.
Patient Ed
Marijuana Anonymous
12-step peer support community for cannabis use disorder — a free resource for treatment centers to share as part of a client's recovery support plan.
Professional Orgs
NAADAC — Association for Addiction Professionals
The leading membership organization for addiction counselors — offers CEUs, credentialing (NCAC, MAC), ethics guidance, and clinical practice resources.
Professional Orgs
ASAM — American Society of Addiction Medicine
Physician-focused addiction medicine society — ASAM Criteria for level of care, clinical guidelines, and board certification for addiction specialists.
Professional Orgs
CSAM — Canadian Society of Addiction Medicine
Canada's primary professional organization for addiction medicine physicians and treatment specialists — clinical resources, education, and national advocacy.
Professional Orgs
NAATP — National Association of Addiction Treatment Providers
Membership organization for addiction treatment facilities — advocacy, ethical treatment standards, accreditation resources, and industry best practices.
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