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Stimulant Use Webinar Series. Part III: Examples of Stimulant Use Treatment Programmes.

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Format
ISSUP Webinar
Themes
Treatment
Substances
Addiction
Partner Organisation
ITTC Network
ISSUP Indonesia, ISSUP Malaysia, and ISSUP Philippines, in collaboration with ITTC, presents its a joint webinar series on the use of Amphetamine-type stimulants (ATS) in the Asian region. This is the final webinar of a three-part webinar series on Stimulant Use
Enviado por Kwadwo Adu Boakye-Yiadom - 14 de Dezembro de 2023

Science of Self-Care: How It Helps and Why It Matters

Publication Date
Format
ISSUP Webinar
Themes
Health promotion
Practice
Recovery Support
Women
Mental Health
ISSUP presents its webinar on the science behind self-care. This webinar discusses the science of self-care, why it important, and how it works physiologically and neurologically.
Enviado por Kwadwo Adu Boakye-Yiadom - 29 de Novembro de 2023

La pericia psicológica y su valoración en la imposición de sanciones penales en casos con consumo de sustancias psicoactivas

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Format
Scientific article
Themes
Practice
Policy
Law

English

Around the world, using drugs is connected to both the legal system and the health system. Studies suggest a link between drug use and crime, but they say it's not a direct cause. In many countries, the legal system is...

Enviado por Rasha Abi Hana - 20 de Novembro de 2023

Summary Report: Experience and Expertise of People with Lived and Living Experience on the Integration of Mental Health and Substance Use Health Services in Canada

Publication Date
Format
Report
Themes
Health promotion
Substances
Mental Health
Partner Organisation
CCSA

While integrated services for mental health and substance use health have been studied for more than two decades no recent or comprehen­sive reviews exist — particularly with a peer research methodology — on how the people who use these...

Enviado por Rasha Abi Hana - 20 de Novembro de 2023
CCSA

Consideration of vaping products as an alternative to adult smoking: a narrative review

Publication Date
Format
Scientific article
Themes
Health promotion
Substances
Addiction
Populations
Public health

Tobacco harm reduction is a public health strategy aimed at lessening the health impact of cigarette smoking. This approach involves using non-combustible alternatives to cigarettes, such as electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes), which...

Enviado por Rasha Abi Hana - 20 de Novembro de 2023

Screening, Brief Intervention and Referral to Treatment for Substance Use. Part II: Introduction to Brief Interventions and Referral to Treatment

Publication Date
Format
ISSUP Webinar
Themes
Prevention
Treatment
Health promotion
Training
Recovery Support
Substances
Partner Organisation
ITTC South Africa
ISSUP is pleased to present part two of its webinar series on Screening, Brief Intervention, and Referral to Treatment (SBIRT). This two-part series has been organised in collaboration with ISSUP Global, The South Africa International Technology Transfer Centre (ITTC), and the University of Cape Town, South Africa.
Enviado por Kwadwo Adu Boakye-Yiadom - 7 de Novembro de 2023

Screening, Brief Intervention and Referral to Treatment for Substance Use. Part I: Introduction to SBIRT and Screening Tools for Substance Use.

Publication Date
Format
ISSUP Webinar
Themes
Prevention
Treatment
Health promotion
Training
Recovery Support
Substances
Harm reduction
Partner Organisation
ITTC South Africa
ISSUP is pleased to present a webinar on Screening, Brief Intervention and Referral to Treatment (SBIRT). This two-part series has been organised as a collaboration between ISSUP Global, The South Africa International Technology Transfer Centre (ITTC) and the University of Cape Town, South Africa.
Enviado por James Harvey (ISSUP staff) - 2 de Novembro de 2023

Lisbon Addictions 2024: Chamada de resumos

Format
News
Themes
Prevention
Treatment
Recovery Support
Substances
Addiction
Mental Health

Lisbon Addictions 2024 é uma conferência multidisciplinar que proporciona um fórum para networking e uma oportunidade para mostrar investigação de ponta. A conferência destina-se a informar o desenvolvimento de políticas e práticas através...

Enviado por Rasha Abi Hana - 25 de Outubro de 2023

Who Helps The Helper? A Skills Transfer Program for Behavioural and Substance Use Professionals

Publication Date
Format
ISSUP Webinar
Themes
Health promotion
Practice
Training
Recovery Support
Substances
Quality Assurance
Mental Health
ISSUP Kenya is pleased to present its webinar on Skills Transfer Program for Behavioural and Substance Use Professionals. Gain insights from clinical practice, mentorship, and supervision programs that equip novice mental health professionals with practical skills.
Enviado por Kwadwo Adu Boakye-Yiadom - 13 de Outubro de 2023

Novas orientações sobre álcool

Publication Date
Format
Guide
Themes
Health promotion
Family
Public health
Partner Organisation
CCSA

"Beba Menos, Viva Mais" é a mensagem de uma nova campanha publicitária lançada pelo Centro Canadense sobre Uso e Dependência de Substâncias (CCSA) para promover a Orientação do Canadá sobre Álcool e Saúde. Com início no início de outubro, a...

Enviado por Rasha Abi Hana - 12 de Outubro de 2023

Build your Expertise: Five Benefits of Universal Treatment Curriculum Self-Led Courses

Format
Opinion piece, commentary
Themes
Treatment
Are you looking to enhance your knowledge and gain skills in substance use prevention and treatment? The ISSUP Online Learning Hub offers a selection of free Universal Treatment Curriculum (UTC) self-led courses in both English and Spanish. Whether you're a student, treatment professional or simply interested in expanding your knowledge of the subject, these courses are for you.
Enviado por James Harvey (ISSUP staff) - 5 de Outubro de 2023
treatment addiction substance use courses training recovery harm reduction drug demand reduction

Thailand: Moving from punishment to treatment of people who use drugs

Publication Date
Format
News
Themes
Treatment
Recovery Support
Public health
People who use drugs in Thailand are receiving more help to reduce the harm caused by their habit thanks to a change in formerly punitive drug laws and support from the UN Office on Drugs and Crime.
Enviado por James Harvey (ISSUP staff) - 18 de Setembro de 2023
Thailand: Moving from punishment to treatment of people who use drugs

Male Patient Drop-Out from Addiction Inpatient Treatment in the Czech Republic: A Study Protocol

Publication Date
Format
Scientific article
Themes
Treatment
Addiction
Public health
Partner Organisation
ADDICTOLOGY Journal

BACKGROUND: The dropout rate from the treatment of patients with substance use disorders (SUD) negatively affects overall treatment outcomes. Little is known about the specific role of various psychiatric and psychosocial factors in the...

AddictologyIssue 2/2023
Enviado por Rasha Abi Hana - 11 de Setembro de 2023

How does the Excise Tax Affect Secondhand Smokers and the Health Consequences of such Addiction?

Publication Date
Format
Scientific article
Themes
Prevention
Health promotion
Public health
Partner Organisation
ADDICTOLOGY Journal

INTRODUCTION: Smoking and tobacco products are long-term tolerated and socially accepted in many societies. In some socioeconomic groups and regions, this is considered standard practice. One of the ways to limit not only direct but also...

AddictologyIssue 2/2023
Enviado por Rasha Abi Hana - 11 de Setembro de 2023

Supporting people who use methamphetamine through SMART Recovery Mutual-help Groups

Publication Date
Format
Webinar
Themes
Treatment
Recovery Support

 

This Cracks in the Ice webinar was held on Wednesday 6th of September and provided attendees with information about

• Mutual-help groups like SMART Recovery

• Recent research findings that highlight the potential of SMART...

Enviado por Edie - 6 de Setembro de 2023