Center for Behavioral and Addiction Medicine
About CBAM
CBAM is a multidisciplinary center that seeks to advance the prevention and treatment of chronic illnesses, especially in communities with health disparities. As part of the UCLA Department of Family Medicine, CBAM works at the intersection of academia and community with a focus on treating addictions and preventing the spread of HIV.
Mission, Vision & Values
The mission of the Center for Behavioral & Addiction Medicine (CBAM) is to advance the prevention and treatment of chronic illnesses, especially in communities with healthcare disparities.
We envision a society where every person is able to access the highest quality health services to reduce substance use, HIV risk, and other behaviors which impair health.
Our core values include Integrity, Scientific Rigor, Teamwork and Service.
Recent News & Publications
Our Annual Report is here
March 20, 2025
We're excited to share our 2023-2024 Annual Report with you! Inside, you'll find highlights of our achievements, key milestones, and a look at what's ahead.
Lenacapavir named Science Journal’s 2024 Breakthrough of the Year
December 16, 2024
This HIV prevention drug has shown high rates of efficacy in preventing infections in recent trials.
Tradeoffs: The best way to fight meth addiction? gift cards
October 3, 2024
Dr. Shoptaw spoke with Ryan Levi, a producer at Tradeoffs, about a strategy that rewards positive behavior changes to help people on their journey to recovery.