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American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology Addiction Psychiatry Certification Examination
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About this exam
The American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology Addiction Psychiatry Certification Examination assesses whether a physician has the knowledge and clinical judgment expected of a psychiatrist specializing in substance-related and addictive disorders. It is intended for eligible physicians seeking subspecialty certification, rather than for admission to medical school or residency. Candidates commonly pursue certification after psychiatry training and focused addiction psychiatry education; the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (ABPN) sets the current eligibility requirements, which applicants should verify for their training and certification pathway.
Preparation spans the science and clinical care of addiction, including reward neurobiology, substance effects, DSM-5-TR diagnoses, comprehensive assessment, screening instruments, and treatment planning. Questions may require applying knowledge to patient presentations, co-occurring psychiatric conditions, and decisions about evaluation or care—not simply recalling definitions. The exact exam format, content outline, and application requirements can change by cycle, so use current ABPN materials as the authority. A focused review plan and timed question practice can help identify gaps and strengthen clinical reasoning.
How to prepare for the Addiction Psychiatry certification exam
- Use the current ABPN exam information and content outline to organize review; confirm eligibility and application details directly with ABPN for your pathway and cycle.
- Review reward neurobiology, substance-related DSM-5-TR diagnoses, comprehensive substance use assessment, and screening and diagnostic instruments, linking each topic to clinical cases.
- Use timed, case-based question practice, then review explanations and keep a log of missed concepts so you can revisit weak areas rather than relying on repeated guessing.
FAQ
Who is eligible for the ABPN Addiction Psychiatry Certification Examination?
It is for physicians pursuing subspecialty certification in addiction psychiatry. Eligibility generally depends on meeting ABPN requirements for primary psychiatry certification and qualifying addiction psychiatry training or another recognized pathway. Requirements can vary by pathway and cycle, so check the current ABPN certification and application information.
What is the format of the Addiction Psychiatry certification exam?
The examination is a written, computer-delivered assessment. For the current number and style of questions, timing, delivery arrangements, and other format details, consult the ABPN's exam information for the cycle in which you plan to apply.
What subjects should I study for the Addiction Psychiatry exam?
Focus on addiction neurobiology, substance-related and addictive disorders, clinical assessment, screening and diagnostic tools, and the evaluation and management of patients with substance use disorders and co-occurring conditions. Use the current ABPN content outline to guide the depth and scope of your review.