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Populations
Distinct groups of people within a society who share certain characteristics such as age, gender, geographic location, socioeconomic status, cultural background, or exposure to particular risk factors that may influence patterns of substance use, vulnerability to substance use disorders, and access to services. In the context of substance use systems, identifying and understanding different populations helps guide the design of prevention, treatment, recovery, and policy responses that are appropriate, equitable, and responsive to specific needs. Examples may include youth, women, people experiencing homelessness, individuals in the criminal justice system, or communities affected by specific social or economic conditions.
Marchiafava-Bignami Disease: Case Report and Review of the Literature
Abstract
INTRODUCTION: Marchiafava-Bignami (MB) is a rare disease characterized by the primary degeneration of the callosum mainly associated with chronic consumption of alcohol. However, this condition can be mistaken for many other...
PREVALENCE OF SUBSTANCE ABUSE IN DIFFERENT AREAS OF KARACHI, PAKISTAN: AN EVALUATION (Collaboration with Karachi Youth Initiative (KYI) by DFPF)
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
This Executive Summary provides an overview of research methods and procedures. Initially, research project was scheduled in short period of time. This research project...
Κάντε αίτηση τώρα για το AEIF 2019!
ΣΗΜΕΙΩΣΗ: Η 15η Φεβρουαρίου 2019 είναι η τελευταία ημέρα για να ζητήσετε λογαριασμό αποφοίτων προκειμένου να τηρήσετε την προθεσμία υποβολής προτάσεων AEIF. Ξεκινήστε το αίτημά σας το συντομότερο δυνατόν χρησιμοποιώντας τη φόρμα ερώτησης...
Πρόσκληση υποβολής αιτήσεων Πανεπιστημιακή Σχολή Δημόσιας Υγείας WHO HRP Alliance Μεταπτυχιακή Υποτροφία 2019/2020
Πρόσκληση υποβολής αιτήσεων Πανεπιστημιακή Σχολή Δημόσιας Υγείας WHO HRP Alliance Μεταπτυχιακή Υποτροφία 2019/2020
Η Συμμαχία του Πανεπιστημίου της Γκάνας για τη Δημόσια Υγεία (UGSPH) σε συνεργασία με τη Συμμαχία του Προγράμματος...
Επιζών Στίγμα Podcast
Σε αυτό το podcast,η Diane Goslar, ένα άτομο που πάλεψε με θέματα που σχετίζονται με το αλκοόλ, μιλάει στον Peter Markham Head of Digital, για το στίγμα που αντιμετώπισε μεταξύ της οικογένειας, των φίλων και των συναδέλφων εργασίας καθώς...
Sex-Specific Association of Depressive Disorder and Transient Emotional States with Alcohol Consumption in Male and Female Alcoholics
Highlights
- Negative and positive mood differentially impact alcohol use in males and females.
- Previous research did not differentiate impact of mood states vs lifetime diagnoses.
- This study confirmed positive association of mood with...
Smoking During Pregnancy , Stigma and Secrets
There is significant evidence to suggest that smoking while pregnant is harmful to the baby increases the risk of miscarriage, and premature birth. The Statistics on smoking, England: 2018 compendium report shows that in 2017-18, 10.8% of...
Inspiring Meeting with Ms. Sara Hashwani X - Chairperson of Hashoo Foundation on 7 February, 2019 in Islamabad, Pakistan
It was indeed a pleasure meeting with Madam #SarahHashwani after long long time and discuss my achievements, contribution and future plan regarding substance use prevention and youth empowerment mainly in Pakistan and around the globe on...
Percentage of Current Tobacco Smoking Students Receiving Help or Advice to Quit: Evidence from the Global Youth Tobacco Survey
ABSTRACT:
Introduction:
We assessed self-reported receipt of help or advice to stop smoking among current tobacco smoking students enrolled in school.
Methods:
Using cross-sectional data collected between 2012–2015 from the Global Youth...
Mental Health and Associated Stress Factors in Accompanied and Unaccompanied Refugee Minors Resettled in Germany
Abstract
Background
Studies throughout Europe have shown that asylum-seeking children and adolescents (ASC) are at risk of developing mental disorders. The most common mental-health problems in ASC include posttraumatic stress symptoms...
Hidden Harm Practice Guide
Parental problem alcohol and other drug use are associated with social, legal, economic and health-related problems. It can disrupt family routines and responsibilities, relationships with relatives and friends, and the family’s social...
Meeting Mr. Muhammad Ayub and Mr. Sana Ullah Rathore, Vist of MATH
Mr. Muhammad Ayub, Senior Adviser Drug Advisory Colombo Plan visited Mian Afzal Trust Hospital, Gujranwala Pakistan. The Colombo Plan representative visited different departments of MATH. Mr. Muhammad Ayub appreciated the Services provided...
Spring Festival
Spring Festival organized by Govt. Degree College for Women China Scheme, Begum Muhammad Sarwar Governor Punjab was Chief Guest. Ms. Musrat Jamshed Cheema MPA, Principal Prof. Shahnaz Sattar and Syed Zulfiqar Hussain Consultant Anti Drugs...
Convention on Drug Use Prevention
Grand Convention on Drug Use Prevention organized by Drug Advisory Training Hub (DATH) and Youth Council for Anti Narcotics (YOCFAN) at Lahore College for Women University (LCWU) in collaboration with PHEC, Directorate of Colleges Lahore...
Epidemiology of Substance Use among Forced Migrants: A Global Systematic Review
Abstract
Introduction
Forced migration is occurring at unprecedented levels. Forced migrants may be at risk for substance use for reasons including coping with traumatic experiences, co-morbid mental health disorders, acculturation...
Ποιοτικοί δείκτες των θεραπευτικών κοινοτήτων για την εξάρτηση από ουσίες: Μια διεθνής συνεργατική έρευνα μελέτης στη Λατινική Αμερική
Αφηρημένος
Φόντο
Στη Λατινική Αμερική, οι διαταραχές που σχετίζονται με τις ουσίες είναι ιδιαίτερα διαδεδομένες και μία από τις στρατηγικές θεραπείας είναι οι Θεραπευτικές Κοινότητες (TCs), ωστόσο, στη Λατινική Αμερική υπάρχουν σπάνια...
Chemsex: More than just Sex & Drugs
Supporting a friend, partner, or family member affected by problematic alcohol or drug use can be difficult. Adfam has released a new resource to inform and providing advice on how to look after your wellbeing and as well as that of your...
Barriers in Substance Use Disorder Treatment
The US is experiencing a public health crisis. In the US in 2016 alone, there were over 63,000 drug poisoning deaths. Despite these concerning figures, it is estimated that fewer than 20% (3.8 million) receive treatment and for those who do...
Meeting with Family Members of Poor Substance Abusers
This meeting was held in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, DHQ Hospital, Faisalabad Medical University, in Faisalabad, Pakistan. The purpose of the meeting was to teach participants how to support SUD family members.
#StigmaMakesMeFeel - Adfam's Campaign to Raise Awareness of Stigma Experienced by Families Affected by Substance Use
Adfam is launching a new campaign #StigmaMakesMeFeel, to tackle the stigma experienced by families affected by drugs and alcohol.
From societal attitudes about substance use to unhelpful remarks from friends, stigma is rife and causes...
