Journal of Substance Abuse Treatment: Volume 120 to Volume 131

The Journal of Substance Use & Addiction Treatment (JSAT) is dedicated to publishing original research, systematic reviews, meta-analyses, commentaries, and symposia/conference proceedings that contribute to the advancement of substance use disorder care and the understanding of its consequences. The journal covers a broad range of substance use disorders, including alcohol, illicit and prescription drugs, cannabis, and nicotine.

JSAT welcomes high-quality empirical research conducted by scholars, clinicians, and scientists from various disciplines and practice settings. The focus of the journal is on topics that have clear relevance to addiction treatment, harm reduction, and recovery support. This includes addressing policies, systems of care, assessment techniques, and intervention approaches related to substance use problems.

One area of particular interest to JSAT is addiction health services research. This encompasses the study of the design, organization, delivery, implementation, accessibility, quality, cost, effectiveness, equity, patient experience, and workforce characteristics of interventions for individuals with substance use problems across different service settings. The journal aims to provide valuable insights into addiction treatment practices and contribute to improving the overall quality of care.

By publishing rigorous research in the field, JSAT aims to enhance knowledge and inform evidence-based practices for the care of individuals with substance use disorders. It serves as a platform for researchers, clinicians, and policymakers to share their findings, insights, and perspectives, ultimately contributing to advancements in addiction treatment and recovery support.