What we do

Centre for Addictology

The Centre for Addictology – a specialised department of the Psychiatric Clinic of the 1st Medical Faculty and the General Teaching Hospital of Charles University in Prague – is focused on research into substance use and activities which may lead to the development of addicted behaviour, as well as the investigation and development of innovative approaches to the prevention, treatment and social reintegration of those affected by such behaviour. The core activities of the Centre for Addictology include: (i) university-level instruction; (ii) research and development, and (iii) the creation of a life-long training curriculum for professionals operating in this area. The Centre comprises a multidisciplinary team of professionals representing different branches of science and research approaches. It commenced operation on 3 September 2005.