Mental Health

A person’s emotional, psychological, and social wellbeing, influencing how individuals think, feel, behave, and cope with life’s challenges. In the context of substance use disorders, mental health is closely interconnected with patterns of substance use, as mental health conditions can increase vulnerability to substance misuse and substance use can also affect mental wellbeing. Addressing mental health alongside substance use is therefore essential for effective prevention, treatment, and recovery, often requiring integrated, person-centred approaches that support overall wellbeing and functioning. 

Are There Health Benefits to Going ‘California Sober’?

Scientific article
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Some people are going California sober, meaning they are cutting back on or quitting alcohol or other addictive substances in favor of using marijuana. In theory, the lifestyle choice aims to replace more harmful substances with something...
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Stimulant Use and Related Harms in Canada: Recent Trends

Report
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This report highlights a growing concern around stimulant use and related harms in Canada, particularly involving cocaine and methamphetamine. Data from multiple national sources show that stimulant-related deaths have significantly...
CCSA

National Symposium on Police-led Drug Diversion

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Sheffield
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United Kingdom

This full-day national event is hosted jointly by the University of Sheffield (Centre for Criminological Research), the National Police Chiefs Council, and the College of Policing. 

It will advance participants' knowledge of Police-led Drug Diversion, and of the results of the Cabinet Office-funded evaluation of PDD across 13 police forces.

AddictionsCEE 2026

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Prague
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Czechia

International conference gathering scientists, professionals, policymakers, and other stakeholders from Central and Eastern Europe interested in different aspects of addiction, mental health and its treatment.

18 Jun 2026, 09:00 – 17:30 CEST

Kaiserstein Palace

Playing legislative catch-up: Drug law reform in the Pacific

Website
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Drug trafficking in the Pacific is rapidly expanding, shifting countries from transit points to consumer and production markets. However, many national laws remain outdated, as they were designed for earlier challenges like cannabis and are...

Work and Well-Being: A Guide for Addiction Professionals

Guide
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This guide highlights the critical importance of maintaining personal well-being in a field that is both highly rewarding and emotionally demanding. The guide explores common workplace stressors, such as high caseloads, complex client needs...