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Ingestion of Illicit Substances by Young Children Before and During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Abstract
Importance Information about the trend in illicit substance ingestions among young children during the pandemic is limited.
Objectives To assess immediate and sustained changes in overall illicit substance ingestion rates...
Alcohol and Other Substance Use Before and During the COVID-19 Pandemic Among High School Students — Youth Risk Behavior Survey, United States, 2021
Abstract
Adolescence is a critical phase of development and is frequently a period of initiating and engaging in risky behaviors, including alcohol and other substance use. The COVID-19 pandemic and associated stressors might have...
Predictors of substance use disorder symptoms among women in Katsina State, Nigeria
A publication on predictors of substance use disorder symptoms among women in Katsina State, Nigeria.
Normalisation des principes et des pratiques de prévention pour réduire les troubles liés à l’usage de substances grâce à un cadre intégré de diffusion et de mise en œuvre
Au cours des 30 dernières années, d’importantes percées dans le domaine de la recherche dans le domaine de la prévention de l’usage de substances ont permis de :
1° améliorer la compréhension des effets pharmacologiques sur le système...
Free Telementoring Mentoring Program Aims to Bring Research-Based Practices and Skills Related to Health Care Professionals Working with People who Use Alcohol
The Alcohol Use and Mental Health Project ECHO is a no-cost virtual program for health care professionals who are looking for up-to-date and research-based information on working with people who use alcohol.
The program, which is only...
Determinants of cigarette smoking and smoking frequency among women of reproductive age in Nigeria: evidence from a nationwide cross-sectional survey
Background
In the entire world, smoking is a major contributor to preventable deaths and years of life with a disability. Nevertheless, little is known about the factors that influence women's smoking habits. This study evaluated the...
La relation entre les traumatismes et la consommation de substances chez les travailleurs de la santé : une analyse transversale
Les NIH ont partagé ce résumé : L’exposition aux traumatismes est répandue dans la population générale, mais les travailleurs de la santé peuvent être plus à risque de subir des traumatismes supplémentaires liés au travail. Le traumatisme...
Exploring the association of meaning in life with psychological distress in male patients with substance use disorder in Pakistan
Abstract
The objective of the present research is to explore the predictive association of meaning in life (presence & search) with psychological distress (depression, anxiety & stress) in people with substance use disorder. Sample of...
Improving alcohol management in primary health care in Mexico
Abstract
Introduction
Alcohol screening, brief advice and referral to treatment (SBIRT) in primary health care is an effective strategy to decrease alcohol consumption at population level. However, there is relatively scarce evidence...
New Psychoactive Substances in the Homeless Population: A Cross-Sectional Study in the United Kingdom
Abstract
The last few years have seen the emergence of new psychoactive substances among the homeless population, specifically synthetic cannabinoid receptor agonists. The purpose of this study is to investigate the knowledge and...
Situation de l’itinérance et de la toxicomanie en Inde et impact de la pandémie de COVID-19
La disponibilité d’un abri sûr et confortable est l’un des besoins humains élémentaires essentiels à la survie d’un individu et à son développement social. Cependant, même au 21e siècle, environ un cinquième de la population mondiale...
Analyse de l’image médiatique et présentation de la publicité directe et cachée de l’alcool dans certains médias de communication tchèques. Protocole de l’étude
INTRODUCTION: Le protocole d’étude est axé sur l’analyse qualitative et quantitative et la réflexion de l’image médiatique et la présentation de la publicité directe et cachée pour l’alcool dans les médias tchèques, en mettant l’accent sur...
Psychoactive Prescription Drug Abuse: Selected Psychological Symptoms and Quality of Life in Addiction Treatment. Study Protocol
BACKGROUND: The abuse of psychoactive prescription drugs has become increasingly common in the Czech Republic. These drugs include sedatives, hypnotics, anxiolytics (benzodiazepines and Z-hypnotics), and opioids. Patients with an addiction...
Bion’s Basic Assumption Groups in the Regimen Treatment of Addictions: Clinical Implications
This article provides reflection on the potential application of Bion’s model of basic assumption groups in patients undergoing midterm inpatient addiction treatment. The clinical implications are discussed in terms of the usability of Bion...
The COVID-19 Global Pandemic and Changes in Preference and Behaviour Regarding Selected Anabolic Androgenic Substances and Steroids – A Comparative Study
BACKGROUND: The SARS-CoV-2 virus (COVID-19) and the ensuing global public health emergency situation have led to restrictions, changes, and measures in the daily life of society as a whole. The situation culminated in a global pandemic. A...
The Amount of Excise Tax and its Effect on the Consumption of Alcohol and Cigarettes in European Countries
BACKGROUND: Tobacco smoking and alcohol consumption are widespread practices that are legal and socially accepted in many societies. One of the common tools to reduce the consumption of these legal drugs is increasing prices. The prices for...
L’influence des messages persuasifs pour arrêter de fumer par les publicités dans les médias
INTRODUCTION: Le taux élevé de consommation de substances souligne la nécessité d’intervenir dans la prévention de l’usage initial du tabac. L’objectif était de déterminer l’efficacité des messages anti-tabac pour motiver le sevrage...
L’influence des messages persuasifs pour arrêter de fumer par les publicités dans les médias
INTRODUCTION: Le taux élevé de consommation de substances souligne la nécessité d’intervenir dans la prévention de l’usage initial du tabac. L’objectif était de déterminer l’efficacité des messages anti-tabac
pour motiver l’abandon du tabac...
UK Drug Strategy
The International Journal of Drug Policy has published a special collection of articles focusing on UK drug strategy.
The collection includes:
- Introduction to special section on UK drug strategy
- Words matter: A commentary on the new...
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