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The cardiovascular risks and benefits of quit smoking medicines
In this presentation, the speakers reported the results of a series of three population-based cohort studies relating to the use and effects of smoking cessation pharmacotherapies. The first of these studies provided evidence on how the three smoking cessation pharmacotherapies available in Australia (nicotine replacement therapy, varenicline and bupropion) compare to each other in terms of cardiovascular safety.
How can the illicit drug control field inform the tobacco endgame?
This webinar presented ways the illicit drug control field can inform the tobacco endgame.
A foresight toolkit for the drugs field
This toolkit aims to support the EMCDDA’s stakeholders, other actors and researchers in the drugs field to implement their own foresight exercise in the form of an introductory trend-based workshop.
It describes briefly the foresight and trend analysis approach and general principles of how both can be applied effectively in the drugs field.
Metanfetamina, problemática y respuestas, X Encuentro Ágora DGPNSD
X Encuentro Ágora del Plan Nacional Sobre Drogas para tratar la problemática y las respuestas a la droga Metanfetamina. Fecha: 9 de junio de 2022
Inaugura: Joan R. Villalbí. Delegado del Gobierno para el Plan Nacional sobre Drogas. Modera: Graciela Silvosa Rodríguez. Consejera Técnica. Unidad de Apoyo. DGPNSD
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New Psychoactive Substances (NPS) Webinar Series
Various NPS have significantly changed the picture of drug use in different countries. They are now very prominent in the drug market. Indeed, many of these substances are intended to circumvent drug laws and are sold as ‘legal’ replacements for cannabis, heroin, cocaine, amphetamines, MDMA and benzodiazepines.
Addiction Severity Index (ASI) Assessment Interview Part IV
Addiction Severity Index (ASI) Assessment Interview Part IV
This video is intended as a learning tool for practicing assessment interview skills by using ASI adapted from UTC on course 5: Intake, Screening Assessment, Treatment Plan, and Documentation for Addiction Professionals. This video d
New Psychoactive Substances: Reading List
Project NEPTUNE training modules
In partnership with the Royal College of Psychiatrists, Project NEPTUNE has developed training modules to improve clinical practice in the management of harms resulting from the use of club drugs and novel psychoactive substances.
UNODC Early Warning Advisory on New Psychoactive Substances
The rapid emergence of a large number of New Psychoactive Substances on the global drug market poses a significant risk to public health and a challenge to drug policy. Often, little is known about the adverse health effects and social harms of NPS, which pose a considerable challenge for prevention and treatment.
New psychoactive substances (NPS)
Overview
A new psychoactive substance (NPS) is defined as 'a new narcotic or psychotropic drug, in pure form or in preparation, that is not controlled by the United Nations drug conventions, but which may pose a public health threat comparable to that posed by substances listed in these conventions'.
International Collaboration Activities: Which role for ECMAPS in tackling global health challenges? - Sophia Achab, Day 5, 11:00-12:31
Presented as part of the Uniting the global community to face the challenge of addiction event, online on 16th May, 2022
The Effectiveness of Telemedicine to Prevent Relapse among a Clinical Sample of Substance-Use Disorder Patients: an Experience from a Developing Country during the COVID-19 Pandemic - Kristiana Siste, MD, PhD, Day 5, 11:00-12:31
Presented as part of the Uniting the global community to face the challenge of addiction event, online on 16th May, 2022
Effectiveness of Mindfulness Cognitive Behaviour on Relapse Prevention Across Socio-Demographic Patterns of Participants: Insights from Kenya - Jacqueline A. Anundo, Day 5, 11:00-12:31
Presented as part of the Uniting the global community to face the challenge of addiction event, online on 16th May, 2022
Study on Relapse and Associated Factors among Drug Users in Bangladesh - Iqbal Masud , Day 5, 11:00-12:31
Presented as part of the Uniting the global community to face the challenge of addiction event, online on 16th May, 2022
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- Study on Relapse and Associated Factors among Drug Users in Bangladesh - Iqbal Masud
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Study on Relapse and Associated Factors among Drug Users in Bangladesh - Iqbal Masud
UNODC Corruption related to drug use disorders - Elizabeth Sáenz, Alice UHL, Léna NGNOGUE, Day 5,11:00-12:31
Presented as part of the Uniting the global community to face the challenge of addiction event, online on 16th May, 2022
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- UNODC Corruption related to drug use disorders - Elizabeth Sáenz, Alice UHL, Léna NGNOGUE
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UNODC Corruption related to drug use disorders - Elizabeth Sáenz, Alice UHL, Léna NGNOGUE
Lemons to Lemonade' Foundations of Recovery: The Humane Face of the Philippine War on Drugs (Addiction) - Junjun Abella MAC RGC ICRC ICAPIII, Day 5, 11:00-12:31
Presented as part of the Uniting the global community to face the challenge of addiction event, online on 16th May, 2022
A Case study of the treatment of methamphetamine use disorder amongst medical students in Abia State, Nigeria - Chiamaka R. Nwaoru, Day 5, 09:00-10:30
Presented as part of the Uniting the global community to face the challenge of addiction event, online on 16th May, 2022
Dual Pathology in Drug Users in Treatment at CIJ, Mexico - Dr Carmen Fernandez, Day 5, 09:00-10:30
Presented as part of the Uniting the global community to face the challenge of addiction event, online on 16th May, 2022
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- Dual Pathology in Drug Users in Treatment at CIJ, Mexico - Dr Carmen Fernandez
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Dual Pathology in Drug Users in Treatment at CIJ, Mexico - Dr Carmen Fernandez
Psychiatric Co-Morbidity and Substance Use Associated with Medication Adherence Among People Living with HIV, Virology Clinic of University of Port Harcourt Teaching Hospital - Dr Aborlo Kennedy Nkporbu, Day 5, 09:00-10:30
Presented as part of the Uniting the global community to face the challenge of addiction event, online on 16th May, 2022
Life satisfaction and conflict management styles in people with substance use disorders - Sana Ullah Rathore, Day 5, 09:00-10:30
Presented as part of the Uniting the global community to face the challenge of addiction event, online on 16th May, 2022
Towards Indicated Prevention: Validation of the English Version of the Self- Administered Addiction Severity Index in a Co-occuring Treatment Facility - Olajumoke M. Koyejo, Day 5, 09:00-10:30
Presented as part of the Uniting the global community to face the challenge of addiction event, online on 16th May, 2022
The growth of a global Network of Early Career Professionals working in Addiction Medicine (NECPAM) - Dr Nirvana Morgan, Day 5, 09:00-10:30
Presented as part of the Uniting the global community to face the challenge of addiction event, online on 16th May, 2022
Pattern and Socio-Demographic Correlation of Substance Use Among Patients Attending the Drug Unit of the University of Port Harcourt Teaching Hospital - Dr. Aborlo Kennedy Nkporbu, Day 5, 09:00-10:30
Presented as part of the Uniting the global community to face the challenge of addiction event, online on 16th May, 2022
Avances y desafíos de la reforma de salud mental: implementación de nuevas políticas para la atención de personas que consumen sustancias psicoactivas en el contexto de la Covid-19 en el Perú - Dr Yuri Cutipé Cárdenas, Day 4, 17:30-18:04
Presented as part of the Uniting the global community to face the challenge of addiction event, online on 15th May, 2022
Drug Treatment Services: Addressing the needs of victims of Human Trafficking - Elizabeth Sáenz, Gui QiHui , Blessing Mandima, Day 4, 17:30-18:04
Presented as part of the Uniting the global community to face the challenge of addiction event, online on 15th May, 2022
The lack of evidence of a link between climate change and substance use - The need to assess the impact in low- and middle-income countries - Dr. Ziad El-Khatib, Day 4,15:30-16:57
Presented as part of the Uniting the global community to face the challenge of addiction event, online on 15th May, 2022
The impact of media based anti-smoking messages upon intent to cease among smokers: A quasi-experimental study - Nazish Idrees Chaudhary, Day 4, 15:30-16:57
Presented as part of the Uniting the global community to face the challenge of addiction event, online on 15th May, 2022
The Plight of Trading Life and Death, Tharra (Illicit Liquor): Qualitative Studay Findings - Dr Nazila Bano Khalid, Day 4, 15:30-16:57
Presented as part of the Uniting the global community to face the challenge of addiction event, online on 15th May, 2022
Impulsivity and Aggression Among Crystal Meth and Cannabis Users - Muhammad Shafique, Day 4, 15:30-16:57
Presented as part of the Uniting the global community to face the challenge of addiction event, online on 15th May, 2022
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- Impulsivity and Aggression Among Crystal Meth and Cannabis Users - Muhammad Shafique
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Impulsivity and Aggression Among Crystal Meth and Cannabis Users - Muhammad Shafique
The Role of Traumatic Life Events Among Patients at the Mathari Drug Rehabilitation Centre - Dr Matilda Mghoi Omollo, Day 4, 15:30-16:57
Presented as part of the Uniting the global community to face the challenge of addiction event, online on 15th May, 2022