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 affected...
VNGOC want to hear from their members and other interested civil society organisations how they envision meaningful civil society engagement with the Vienna-based agencies involved in setting drug policy.
Deadline for responses: 31 May...
Major research breakthroughs over the past 30 years in the field of substance use prevention have served to:
(1) enhance understanding of pharmacological effects on the nervous systems and the health and social consequences of the use of...
This webinar looked at the contexts of young offenders’ alcohol and other drug use and the implications for harm reduction strategies.
The importance of multi-level interventions that move beyond ‘victim blaming’ and ‘individual...
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...
Dr Jaleh Gholami presented at the NDARC Webinar Series on Thursday, 9 March 2023.
Iran, located in the Middle East, has a high rate of opioid consumption and different patterns of drug use. In this webinar, we will present the epidemiology...
Pakistan Youth Organization (PYO) in collaboration with VNGOC Asia Pacific region working group has organized a hybrid side event in MEO 79 to showcase a common position on drugs drafted by VNGOC Asia Pacific region working group in Vienna...
The consequences of addiction to substances like drugs and alcohol, or engaging in certain behaviours like gambling, gaming, or sex, can be severe. Addiction is often a response to underlying trauma and social stressors, and continued use...
