INTRODUCTION: Problematic pornography use (PPU) has been increasingly recognized as a relevant factor in mental health research, mainly in relation to depression and apathy. Its association with apathy, reflecting diminished motivation and...
INTRODUCTION: Digital transformation and market liberalisation have intensified the growth of online gambling and related risks, underscoring the need for targeted research, regulation, and prevention. This study synthesises evidence on the...
This study examines the role of family background in the development of adolescent risk behavior using a sample of 614 secondary school students (mean age = 16.8). The results show that the quality of the parent-child relationship is a...
INTRODUCTION: In the present article, we focused on the relationship between time spent online and factors of Big Five in the population of adults. We assume that there exist the specifics of time spent online in the relation to age, sex...
The presence of dual diagnosis of Hepatitis C Virus (HCV) infection and substance use disorder (SUD) creates a significant medical and psychological burden, frequently intensifying feelings of Stigma and shame in an individual. Individuals...
Professor Goodman Sibeko speaks with Dr David Patton about the experiences that shaped his journey into criminology, recovery research, and the movement to centre lived experience in knowledge production.
David reflects on growing up in a...
The UN Toolkit on Synthetic Drugs is a practical online resource coordinated by UNODC that brings together tools, guidance, and operational resources from across the UN system to support responses to the global synthetic drug problem...
This European guide by EUDA highlights the importance of addressing dual disorders, where mental health conditions and substance use disorders occur at the same time. These co-occurring conditions are common and often lead to poorer health...
UNODC has launched a new Security Document Examination module within the UN Toolkit on Synthetic Drugs, developed in collaboration with the UNODC Laboratory and Scientific Services. The module aims to help law enforcement, border control...
A drug test is the scientific analysis of biological samples to determine whether narcotic drugs, psychoactive substances, or their metabolites are present in the body. Samples may include...
Understanding Psychoactive Substances and Substance Use
What Are Psychoactive Substances?
Psychoactive substances are substances that affect the way the brain and body function, influencing thoughts, emotions, perceptions, and behaviour...
El Hospital Mental de Filandia es un hospital público, especializado en la atención de la salud mental, de Colombia, implementa el proyecto CAMAD bajo los lineamientos y recursos del Ministerio de Salud y Protección Social, para la...
Introducción: las funciones del sistema endocannabinoide (SeCb) se extienden desde el sistema nervioso central (SNC) y el sistema nervioso periférico, hasta los sistemas cardiovascular, endocrino, inmunológico, óseo y reproductivo...
Introducción: el consumo de metanfetaminas es un problema de salud pública mundial. El craving de metanfetamina es un deseo o urgencia subjetiva por los efectos reforzantes de la droga y es un componente clave de la adicción, así...
Every quote in this resource suite has been provided by a person with lived and living experience. We have drawn on this broad collection of unique insights to develop guidance resources that can support others who may want to share their...
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...
At football matches across the UK and beyond, fans increasingly encounter messages about moderation: pacing drinks, switching to low- or no-alcohol options, planning travel home, and “drinking responsibly”. These campaigns are often...
Join us for the IASIC Speaker Series with this session exploring an often-overlooked public health concern—the release of airborne toxins from cannabis cultivation and their potential impact on surrounding communities. The presentation will...
IASIC Speaker Series is pleased to invite you to join us for an insightful webinar, Not All Kids Are Alright: Pediatric and Youth Emergency Visits and Hospitalizations after Cannabis Legalization, featuring groundbreaking research from...
