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The complexity and challenge of ‘dual diagnosis’
This Drug and Alcohol Finding publication addresses a hot topic which generates heated debate- dual diagnosis.
Whether to focus on mental health problems or substance use problems when the patient exhibits both is a long-standing...
Mental ill health and substance misuse: Dual Diagnosis
This paper has been compiled in response to an MLA request on the complex issue of ‘dual diagnosis’ in the context of service provision. Specifically, the paper provides the following:
- An overview of dual diagnosis.
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Estimated...
Concurrent Treatment of PTSD and Substance Use Disorders Using Prolonged Exposure (COPE): Therapist Guide (Treatments That Work)
Concurrent Treatment of PTSD and Substance Use Disorders Using Prolonged Exposure (COPE) is a cognitive-behavioral psychotherapy program designed for patients who have posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and a co-occurring alcohol or drug...
Listen First - Supporting children and youth to grow healthy, happy, and safe!
Multiple disadvantage and co-occurring substance use and mental health conditions.
Substance use and mental health needs are two of the primary concerns for many people experiencing multiple disadvantage. We know that people who experience both issues at the same time (also known as “co-occurring conditions” or “dual...
Breaking the stigma in academic writing
In this blog post and guide, Dr. Stephen Parkin shares his observations about the use of stigmatising words and phrases in academic writing, and offers a list of person-centred and pragmatic alternatives.
Addressing drug challenges in humanitarian and health crises
ISSUP Mexico held a discussion on Wednesday, June 29 at 11:00 a.m. Mexico City time, in commemoration of the International Day to Combat Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking.
June 29, 2022 11:00 am - 12:30 pm (Mexico time)
Moderator:
D...
Disability mainstreaming and inclusion in accessing Mental Health & SUD treatment and care
War - psychological skills for surviving and coping with traumatic events: Helping people who have become refugees or internally displaced
War - psychological skills for surviving and coping with traumatic events: first aid for children
Words Matter Language Guide
The need to change our language in relation to people who use drugs has become an increasing topic of discussion, but there is still a long way to go. People who use drugs are highly diverse and their relationship with drug use takes many...
The Intersection Between Substance Use Disorder and Human Trafficking
ISSUP Kenya would like to present their next Bi-Monthly Webinar on The Intersection Between Substance Use Disorder and Human Trafficking.
This Webinar will discuss:
- Nature of Substance Use Disorder
- The connection between human...
Working with older persons in forced displacement
This document provides guidance for UNHCR staff and partners on protecting the rights of older persons in situations of forced displacement or statelessness.
When responding to the phases of forced displacement (flight, displacement...
Workforce Wellbeing in Crisis Response - Learning from an NHS service following the Grenfell Tower Fire 2017
Adfam Research Report: Families and friends negatively affected by gambling - Policy & Recommendations
Description: This report sets out Adfam's findings from a range of research activities including four specific gambling-related surveys, peer support training and round-table events.
It looks at the effects of gambling on families as...
Concept of trauma and guidance for a trauma-informed approach
This manual introduces a concept of trauma and offers a framework for becoming a trauma-informed organisation, system, or service sector.
The manual provides a definition of trauma and a trauma-informed approach and offers 6 key...
Activated Threat Systems: The Intersection of Homelessness, Trauma, and Substance Use
Webinar II: The Implications of COVID-19 for Mental Health and Substance Use
Mental Health in Substance Use and Youth: Youth Substance Use - Trends, Considerations, and Evidence-Based Approaches
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