ASADS Purpose

To foster and maintain the integrity of substance-abuse related services for consumers and provide continuing training and educational programs for professionals working with populations affected by substance abuse.

Objectives: To promote

• A broader understanding and acceptance of the process of addiction.
• Coordination between federal, state, and local agencies to enhance the development of comprehensive educational programs focusing on substance abuse issues;
• To promote a high standard of professional education and training through educational conferences and programs of continuing education.

ASADS Mission

To provide affordable quality education to the community on substance abuse treatment, prevention, and other areas of shared concern.

ASADS Vision

ASADS: leading the effort to promote a broader understanding of addiction utilizing current evidence-based practices.