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Psychosocial determinants of recidivism risk among incarcerated individuals with a history of substance use: A systematic review
The prevalence of recidivism among individuals with a history of substance use and incarceration remains a significant concern for criminal justice systems worldwide. With significant social and economic ramifications, preventing people...
2.° Congreso Internacional sobre Trastornos del Espectro Alcohólico Fetal en México
El Congreso TEAF es un espacio de encuentro, actualización e intercambio de conocimiento en torno a los Trastornos del Espectro Alcohólico Fetal (TEAF), una condición derivada de la Exposición Prenatal al Alcohol que requiere mayor...
International Youth Day 2026: Launch of the Global Youth Survey
ISSUP Global Youth Network, in collaboration with Drug Free America Foundation, World Federation Against Drugs and Fourth Wave Foundation, presented a webinar to celebrate International Youth Day on 12 August.
Foundational Habits for Early Career Professionals
This webinar discusses the how, why, and what of foundational habits. Foundational habits are beneficial actions we make part of our routine to be successful long-term.
Assessment of the threat posed by highly potent synthetic opioids in Europe
This threat assessment examines the potential risks posed by highly potent synthetic opioids (HPSOs) in Europe over the next two years. Drawing on early warning data, forensic and clinical evidence, and expert input, the report explores how...
The Invisible Crisis: Female Substance Use Disorder, Psychological Trauma, and Policy Gaps in Bangladesh.
Although the public health theme often dominates conversations on Substance Use Disorder (SUD) in Bangladesh, an important and strongly gendered factor is dangerously obscured: female substance use. What was once a hushed family secret...
The Role of Faith Communities in Addressing Substance Use and Crime – Reading List (Part 2)
In this second reading list, we continue exploring the growing evidence on the role and contribution of faith communities and faith-based organisations in addressing substance use and crime, with a particular focus on treatment engagement...
Clinical and demographic characteristics of adolescents, emerging adults, and young adults presenting to an emergency department following a suicide attempt
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Introduction
Suicide is a significant public health concern and the second leading cause of death in adolescents and young adults. This study sought to better understand differences in demographic and clinical characteristics of...
The Association Between Religiosity and Substance Use Patterns Among Women Involved in the Criminal Justice System
This study explores the relationship between religiosity and substance use patterns among women involved in the criminal justice system. Using data from women participating in a drug court programme in the United States, the researchers...
The Role of Faith Communities in Addressing Substance Use and Crime – Reading List (Part 1)
In this reading list, we provide resources exploring the role of faith communities and faith-based organisations in addressing substance use, crime, violence and related social harms. Faith-based strategies draw on spiritual values...
Feasibility and tolerability of group cognitive behavioral therapy on improving functioning and managing craving and psychosocial factors among incarcerated women with methamphetamine use disorder
Women with methamphetamine use disorder (MUD) in correctional settings often face complex challenges, including trauma histories, stigma, mental health difficulties, and limited access to evidence-based treatment. In Indonesia, structured...
The Pleasure That Doesn't Return: Dopaminergic Synergy, Sexuality and Relapse in Cocaine Addiction
This work emerges from clinical observation in addiction treatment settings regarding a frequent yet systematically overlooked phenomenon: the convergence of cocaine use and sexual activity as a specific relapse mechanism. It is proposed...
The Pleasure That Doesn't Come Back: Dopaminergic Synergy, Sexuality and Relapse into Cocaine Addiction
This work arises from the clinical observation in addiction treatment devices of a frequently and systematically ignored phenomenon: the convergence between cocaine consumption and sexual activity as a specific mechanism of relapse. It is...
Playing legislative catch-up: Drug law reform in the Pacific
Drug trafficking in the Pacific is rapidly expanding, shifting countries from transit points to consumer and production markets. However, many national laws remain outdated, as they were designed for earlier challenges like cannabis and are...
Everyday discrimination in individuals seeking treatment/receiving support for substance use and caregivers
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Experiencing stigma/discrimination is common in individuals who use substances. However, those with caring responsibilities for individuals who use substances may also be stigmatised and discriminated against (known as...
Nonconceptus Mechanisms of Prenatal Alcohol Exposure That Disrupt Embryo-Fetal Development: An Integrative View
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PURPOSE: Prenatal alcohol exposure (PAE) is a leading cause of persistent neurodevelopmental disability, with additional adverse consequences to the offspring’s growth, metabolism, cardiovascular health, and immunity, among others...
Integrated Support for Co-occurring Mental Health and Substance Use Disorders
ISSUP in Pakistan presents a webinar on Integrated Support for Co-occurring Mental Health and Substance Use Disorders
Integrated Support for Co-occurring Mental Health and Substance Use Disorders
ISSUP Global presents a webinar on Integrated Support for Co-occurring Mental Health and Substance Use Disorders.
Stigma, Substance Use, and the Struggle to Access Rehab
Phoenix Futures provide a wide range of harm reduction, treatment and advocacy services. We have a keen interest, and long history, in addressing stigma and on behalf of the Anti-Stigma Network we seek to broader anti-stigma movement. In...
ISSUP Bangladesh Chapter Launch Ceremony
ISSUP Bangladesh presents the launch of the ISSUP Bangladesh Chapter. Organised in collaboration with Dhaka Ahsania Mission, the ceremony will bring together national and international experts, policymakers, youth leaders, and development partners working in substance use prevention, treatment, and recovery support.