Linda Richter conducts research on the nature, scope, predictors, and consequences of all forms of substance use and addiction, especially among young people. She leverages this research to help raise awareness among parents, educators, health professionals, and policymakers about best practices in substance use prevention and addiction care via academic and professional research publications; webinars and presentations for community members, educators, health professionals, and policymakers; and through commentaries in national and local news outlets. Dr. Richter has published more than 60 peer-reviewed journal articles and book chapters; authored numerous policy reports and white papers; served on multiple substance use advisory panels, committees and workgroups; and presents regularly at local, state, and national professional conferences. She co-directs a national consortium comprised of more than 150 leaders in substance use prevention that seeks to advance a national system of prevention supports. Dr. Richter received her doctorate in psychology from the University of Maryland.