Shared by James Harvey (ISSUP staff) - 1 July 2024

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UNODC

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.

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Stimulants: Understanding Use, Impact, and Responses Reading List

Shared by Rasha Abi Hana - 26 March 2024

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Reading List

Stimulants are a class of drugs that act on the central nervous system, increasing alertness, energy, and attention while elevating mood. They achieve these effects by enhancing the activity of neurotransmitters such as dopamine and norepinephrine in the brain.

Many stimulant-related hazards are linked to intensive, high-dose, or long-term usage. The mode of administration plays a significant moderating role; injecting stimulants and smoking crack cocaine or methamphetamine have been specifically associated with more problematic use behaviours. Even people who use stimulants sporadically or...

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The Colombo Plan Small Grants Award Programme

Shared by James Harvey (ISSUP staff) - 13 February 2024

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Screening, Brief Intervention, and Referral to Treatment Reading List

Shared by Rasha Abi Hana - 18 December 2023

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Reading List

Screening, Brief Intervention, and Referral to Treatment (SBIRT) represent an evidence-based strategy for the early intervention of substance use.

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Evento de Lanzamiento del Capítulo Nacional ISSUP en Panamá

Shared by Barbara Correa - 14 Diciembre 2023

El pasado 5 de diciembre de 2023, en las instalaciones de la Comisión Nacional para el Estudio y la Prevención de Drogas en Panamá se llevó a cabo el lanzamiento oficial del Capítulo Nacional ISSUP Panamá. Este evento contó con la participación de la Lic. Jissel Maití, Secretaria Ejecutiva de CONAPRED, el Sr. Ruben Farje, representante de la OEA en Panamá, Andrea Escobar de la Unidad de Reducción de la Demanda de Drogas de la CICAD/OEA, representantes del directorio del capítulo panameño encabezado por Calixta de Balmaceda representando a Cruz Blanca Panameña y de Bárbara Correa, Coordinadora...

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