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Physicians’ progress toward ending the nation’s drug overdose epidemic

Learn more about physicians’ actions toward ending the nation’s overdose epidemic and improving care for patients with pain and substance use disorders (SUD). Download PDF of the Substance Use and Treatment Report.

Behavioral Health
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AMA 2025 report on substance use and treatment

New report shows drop in overdose deaths and calls on policymakers to remove obstacles to evidence-based care. 

Press Releases
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Cross DEA training requirement off your final-year residency checklist

Before you transition to practice, you must complete your MATE Act-required DEA training. An AMA Ed Hub course is tailored for your needs.

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Transitioning to Practice
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Nonclinical psilocybin use soars. What should be done now?

A JAMA Psychiatry study shows a sharp increase in use of psilocybin mushrooms. Learn more, plus discover what interests you from across the JAMA Network.

Publications & Newsletters
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Top news stories from AMA Morning Rounds®: Week of Oct. 27, 2025

In the news: Stillbirths more common in U.S. than previously reported, GLP-1s show promise in treating substance use disorders and more. 

Publications & Newsletters
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Oct. 24, 2025: State Advocacy Update

New issue brief provides kratom and tianeptine basics, AMA recommendations, and more in the latest State Advocacy Update.

Advocacy Update
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Naloxone can sustain our progress in fighting overdose deaths

Fatal drug overdoses fell 25% last year, sparking hope. Here are five practical steps we should take next to save lives.

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Leadership Viewpoints
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New FDA opioid labeling keep focus on individualized care

Agency action updates medication risk information and supports prescribing decisions tailored to individual patient needs. 

Behavioral Health
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New tool brings mental health parity problems to light

The AMA collaborates on a tool to identify inequities in access, coverage and payment for mental health and substance-use services. 

Behavioral Health