Journal of Substance Use and Addiction Treatment PDF

The Journal of Substance Use & Addiction Treatment (JSAT) is a publication that focuses on advancing the care and treatment of individuals with substance use disorders, including those related to alcohol, illicit and prescription drugs, cannabis, and nicotine. The journal welcomes original research, systematic reviews, meta-analyses, commentaries, and symposia/conference proceedings that contribute to the field of substance use disorders and their consequences.

JSAT values high-quality empirical research conducted by scholars, clinicians, and scientists from various disciplines and settings. The journal seeks articles that address policies, systems of care, assessment techniques, and intervention approaches that are relevant to addiction treatment, harm reduction, and recovery support. It is particularly interested in addiction health services research, which encompasses the design, organization, delivery, implementation, accessibility, quality, cost, effectiveness, equity, patient experience, and workforce characteristics of interventions for individuals with substance use problems in various service settings.

By publishing research that is applicable and impactful for addiction treatment, harm reduction, and recovery support, JSAT aims to contribute to the improvement of care for individuals with substance use disorders. The journal serves as a platform for the dissemination of evidence-based knowledge that can inform and enhance practices in the field.