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(ISSUP staff) - 25 November 2024
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SUAREZ ORDOÑEZ, R., TRAVIS-ROBERTS, J., ABI HANA, R., JONES, H. E.
The Power of Collaboration is a joint project between ISSUP and the GWN. This initiative delves into three critical areas in substance use disorder (SUD) treatment for women:
MIND THE GAP: GLOBAL SURVEY EXAMINING ACCESS FOR SUBSTANCE USE DISORDER TREATMENT FOR WOMEN (Infographic 1)
ADDRESSING THE GAP: GLOBAL SURVEY FINDS URGENT NEED FOR TRAUMA CARE IN WOMEN WITH SUBSTANCE USE DISORDERS (Infographic 2)
DIGITAL PRESENCE OF TREATMENT CENTRES FOR SUBSTANCE USE DISORDERS AROUND THE WORLD: RESULTS FROM A GLOBAL SURVEY (Infographic 3)
From October 23rd to 25th, 2024, Lisbon hosted the Lisbon Addictions 2024 Conference, bringing together 2,231 participants from around the world. The event provided a dynamic platform for sharing the latest research in addiction science and exploring future directions in addiction policy and practice. The Conference theme, "Empowering the Workforce of the Future," focused on strengthening the workforce in addiction prevention, treatment, and recovery, underscoring the critical need for well-trained professionals to meet the evolving demands of the field.
This guide was drawn from HEALing Communities Study (HCS) learnings to-date and expert insights to provide guidance regarding implementation of ORCCA menu strategies.
SAMHSA’s updated Overdose Prevention and Response Toolkit provides guidance to a wide range of individuals on preventing and responding to an overdose. The toolkit also emphasizes that harm reduction and access to treatment are essential aspects of overdose prevention.
The toolkit, designed to augment overdose prevention and reversal training, provides guidance on the role of opioid overdose reversal medications, including naloxone and nalmefene, and how to respond to an overdose. It also contains appendices for specific audiences, including people who use drugs (PWUD), people who take...
Conducted annually, the National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDUH) provides nationally representative data on the use of tobacco, alcohol, and drugs; substance use disorders; mental health issues; and receipt of substance use and mental health treatment among the civilian, noninstitutionalized population aged 12 or older in the United States. NSDUH estimates allow researchers, clinicians, policymakers, and the general public to better understand and improve the nation’s behavioral health. These reports and detailed tables present national estimates from the 2023 National Survey on Drug Use...
This free live training on Motivational Interviewing takes place weekly on Thursdays from 10am till 11am SAST on the following dates: 1, 8, 15 and 22 August 2024.
Motivational Interviewing is a best-evidence approach for tackling...
Shared by James Harvey
(ISSUP staff) - 1 July 2024
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A global reference on drug markets, trends and policy developments, the World Drug Report offers a wealth of data and analysis and in 2024 comprises several elements tailored to different audiences.
Shared by James Harvey
(ISSUP staff) - 19 June 2024
Ain Shams University Faculty of Medicine hosted the 19th International Congress on Psychiatry from 11 – 13 June 2024. ISSUP Africa Regional Coordinator Radolf Nortey attended the event along with colleagues from ISSUP Egypt.
Alternatives to Incarceration (ATI) encompass multi-sector approach on strategies and programs designed to divert individuals with substance use disorders away from conventional imprisonment. These alternatives address treatment, support, and supervision, tackling the underlying causes of criminal conduct that is while curbing recidivism rates and fostering effective rehabilitation and societal reintegration.
According to the OAS, the drug treatment court (DTC) model stands out as one of the most renowned and extensively researched Alternatives to Incarceration (ATI). It functions both...
Jennifer Rushworth-Claeys, Director of Young Person’s Services at WithYou, invites you to an online learning event taking place on Thursday 13th June 2024 9.15 am to 10 am via Google Meet.
The Addiction Language Guide serves as a comprehensive resource designed to address and combat stigmatizing language associated with addiction. Stigmatizing language often involves attaching negative labels and stereotypes to specific groups of people, contributing to adverse consequences such as social isolation, diminished self-esteem, and reluctance to seek medical assistance. This guide aims to empower individuals and organizations to eliminate and replace stigmatizing language, thereby fostering positive change and enhancing the lives of those affected by substance use disorders both...
Saleh, E.A., Klapprott, F., Heinz, A. et al. Challenges in substance use treatment as perceived by professionals and Arabic-speaking refugees in Germany. Subst Abuse Treat Prev Policy 18, 69 (2023). https://doi.org/10.1186/s13011-023-00576-5
Background
This study explores substance use (SU) and substance use disorders (SUDs) among Arabic-speaking refugees in Germany. The research investigates the challenges and experiences related to SU treatment from the perspectives of both refugees and professionals.
Methods
Qualitative interviews were conducted with 26 participants, including 13 refugees and 13 professionals, between 2020 and 2021 in Berlin. Refugees, aged 21 to 52, were individually interviewed in rehabilitation centers, with an average of 6.3 years in Germany. Professionals, aged 22 to 66 with 5 to 9 years of...
The NIDA International Program will bring together attendees from around the globe for the in-person 2024 NIDA International Forum, which will be held June 14-17 in Montreal, Canada.
The Forum research symposium, poster session, and...
We are excited to announce the latest addition to our Professional Development section—a dedicated area called "Prevention Lists." This resource is tailored for those keen on exploring evidence-based prevention programs and accessing information about effective prevention interventions.
Within this section, you will find a curated collection of resources, all of which have been developed by esteemed organisations specialising in the curation and evaluation of prevention practices.
We value the wealth of knowledge and insights within our ISSUP community. Therefore, we invite all our...
You are invited to an insightful webinar featuring Paul Sunderland, an esteemed Addictions Psychotherapist, Consultant, and Trainer. He will be delivering a talk on the topic, "Adoptees and Addiction – The Functional Impact of an Early...