Adolescence is one of the most dramatic periods of human development. As well as undergoing important physical changes, adolescents are continuing to develop their identity, which is shaped by the environment and the important relationships...
Adolescence involves dramatic biologic, psychological, and behavioural changes.
Adolescents respond, learn and explore their environment, forming new relationships and further developing their identity.
It is often a time where...
For many young people, home is not a place of safety.
As countries introduce lockdown measures, it is important that the wellbeing of young people is protected.
In a move to reduce potential violence against children during coronavirus...
All people have the right to health, even in countries under lockdown or where a state of emergency has been declared.
People who use drugs can be particularly vulnerable to COVID-19 due to underlying health issues, stigma, social...
In these challenging times of the COVID-19 pandemic, UNODC continues to focus on delivering vital assistance to those in need, including to people who use drugs and with drug use disorders, who are in prison and who have HIV/Hepatitis C.
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The situation regarding responses to the COVID-19 outbreak is rapidly evolving.
People who use drugs face the same risks as those of the general population and therefore need to be aware of the appropriate advice to reduce their risk of...
COVID-19 is a rapidly evolving pandemic with national advice and guidance updated regularly.
The fact that alcohol may no longer be consumed in public places, increases risks related to home drinking, where alcohol is cheaper, compounded...
With most countries adopting measures to encourage social distancing during the COVID-19 pandemic, there are notable changes to drinking behaviours.
Health professionals are calling on people to avoid using alcohol as a coping strategy in...
The International Society of Addiction Medicine (ISAM) believes that the impact of this pandemic on people struggling with Substance Use Disorders could not be overlooked.
Thus they have decided to take this opportunity to hold a series of...
Here are four online and distance-learning strategies for providing evidence-based and evidence-informed Prevention Plus Wellness programs during the COVID-19 outbreak.
They include: 1) Recorded video programs, 2) Live streamed programs...
