Joanna

A message from ISSUP

Joanna - 26 March 2020
To all our ISSUP members, we are wishing you well during these challenging times. We understand that the current environment makes the wonderful work you are doing even harder. We are always working to bring you the latest research and information and have created this coronavirus support network to help you find guidance and help with any challenges you may be facing. Please share your experiences and resources with the ISSUP community through the Networks and Knowledge Share portals that support your work. Take care of yourselves and each other. The ISSUP Board and Staff.
Jose Luis Vazquez Martinez

The impact of the novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic on drug overdose-related deaths in the United States and Canada: a systematic review of observational studies and analysis of public health surveillance data

Jose Luis Vazquez Martinez - 1 December 2021
The impact of the novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic on drug overdose-related deaths in the United States and Canada.pdf
Source: Imtiaz, S., Nafeh, F., Russell, C. et al. The impact of the novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic on drug overdose-related deaths in the United States and Canada: a systematic review of observational studies and analysis of public health surveillance data. Subst Abuse Treat Prev...
Jose Luis Vazquez Martinez

Visión general: Panorama mundial del consumo de drogas ante el COVID, retos y perspectivas

Jose Luis Vazquez Martinez - 1 December 2021
Participación del Dr. Rubén Baler, Científico de la Salud en el Instituto Nacional para el Abuso de Drogas en Estados Unidos (NIDA) en el X Foro de Investigación-Acción en Prevención del Consumo de Drogas el 28 de octubre de 2021
James

Strategies Adopted by Addiction Facilities during the Coronavirus Pandemic to Support Treatment for Individuals in Recovery or Struggling with a Substance Use Disorder: A Scoping Review

Shared by James - 29 November 2021
Citation
de Vargas, D.; Pereira, C.F.; Volpato, R.J.; Lima, A.V.C.; da Silva Ferreira, R.; de Oliveira, S.R.; Aguilar, T.F. Strategies Adopted by Addiction Facilities during the Coronavirus Pandemic to Support Treatment for Individuals in Recovery or Struggling with a Substance Use Disorder: A Scoping Review. Int. J. Environ. Res. Public Health 2021, 18, 12094. https://doi.org/10.3390/ijerph182212094
Publication Date
This review aimed to identify and synthesize strategies and actions adopted by addiction facilities to support and maintain treatment during the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic.
Joanna

Abstract submission deadline extended to 31st October!!

Shared by Joanna - 1 October 2021

Abstract submission deadline extended!The abstract submission deadline EXTENDED! Abstract submissions for our event taking place online and in person in Abu Dhabi: 11-16th May, 2022 has been extended to 31st October! Find out more about the event and submit your abstract: issup.net/event2022

Event partners: ICUDDR, INL and NRC

Watch our announcement here :) 

Edie

COVID-19 Response: Mental Health and Psychosocial Support for Community Health Workers

Shared by Edie - 1 September 2021
Created by
WHO EMRO
Format
Websites

This online course provides an overview of how community health workers (CHWs) can support their communities by providing appropriate mental health and psychosocial support during the COVID-19 pandemic.  

In this course you will learn how to:

  1. Explore the importance and relevance of applying Risk Communication and Community Engagement (RCCE) techniques during a public health emergency.
  2. Define Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) considerations in public health emergencies. 
  3. Promote mental health literacy to combat stigma and discrimination.
  4. Provide basic psychosocial interventions.
  5. Refer individuals in need of specialized interventions.
  6. Apply basic self-care.
Links
You can access the course here.
Themes
COVID-19
Mental health
Practice
Public health
Partner Organisation
WHO
Tags (Keywords)
community
mental health
covid-19
Jose Luis Vazquez Martinez

Moderators of changes in smoking, drinking and quitting behaviour associated with the first COVID-19 lockdown in England

Jose Luis Vazquez Martinez - 25 August 2021
Moderators of changes in smoking, drinking and quitting behaviour associated with the first COVID-19 lockdown in England.pdf
Source: Jackson SE, Beard E, Angus C, Field M, Brown J. Moderators of changes in smoking, drinking and quitting behaviour associated with the first COVID-19 lockdown in England. Addiction. 2021;1–13. Abstract Aim To estimate changes in smoking, drinking and quitting behaviour from before to during...
Jose Luis Vazquez Martinez

Psychoactive Substance Use and Its Relationship to Stress, Emotional State, Depressive Symptomatology, and Perceived Threat During the COVID-19 Pandemic in Mexico

Jose Luis Vazquez Martinez - 24 August 2021
Psychoactive Substance Use and Its Relationship to Stress, Emotional State, Depressive Symptomatology, and Perceived Threat During the COVID-19 Pandemic in Mexico.pdf
Source: Martínez-Vélez, N. A., Tiburcio-Sainz, M. A., Natera-Rey, G., Villatoro Velázquez, J. A., Arroyo-Belmonte, M., Sánchez Hernández, G. Y., & Torres, M. F. Psychoactive Substance Use and Its Relationship to Stress, Emotional State, Depressive Symptomatology, and Perceived Threat During the...
Jose Luis Vazquez Martinez

Smoking is associated with worse outcomes of COVID-19 particularly among younger adults: a systematic review and meta-analysis

Jose Luis Vazquez Martinez - 17 August 2021
Smoking is associated with worse outcomes of COVID-19 particularly among younger adults a systematic review and meta-analysis_0.pdf
Source: Patanavanich, R., Glantz, S.A. Smoking is associated with worse outcomes of COVID-19 particularly among younger adults: a systematic review and meta-analysis. BMC Public Health 21, 1554 (2021). https://doi.org/10.1186/s12889-021-11579-x Abstract Background Smoking impairs lung immune...
Jose Luis Vazquez Martinez

Investigación e intervención en el campo de las adicciones en tiempos de COVID19: identificación de retos

Jose Luis Vazquez Martinez - 1 July 2021
Investigación e intervención en el campo de las adicciones en tiempos del COVID19: identificación de retos Conferencia Magistral impartida por la Dra. Xóchitl De San Jorge el 25 de junio de 2021 en el marco del Seminario Virtual de Avance de Tesis Generación 2019-2021.
Jose Luis Vazquez Martinez

Lessons for alcohol policy from the COVID-19 crisis: potential & challenges for building back better

Jose Luis Vazquez Martinez - 30 June 2021
The event is jointly organized by the World Health Organization Regional Office for Europe, Movendi International, NCD Alliance and the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO). The event took place during the 74th session of the World Health Assembly, on May 27, 2021. Opening: Kristina Sperkova...
Livia

Telehealth during COVID-19: The perspective of alcohol and other drug nurses

Shared by Livia - 18 June 2021
Jan ISSUP Telehealth
Citation
Adekunle, A., Meehan, M., Rojas-Alvarez, D., Trauer, J., & McBryde, E. (2020). Delaying the COVID-19 epidemic in Australia: Evaluating the effectiveness of international travel bans. Australian and New Zealand Journal of Public Health, 44(4), 257–259
Publication Date
This study aimed to explore the experiences of alcohol and other drug nurses transitioning to telehealth due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Ariel Alberto Jara Acosta

Jóvenes y especialistas dialogan sobre salud mental en tiempos de pandemia

Ariel Alberto Jara Acosta - 12 June 2021
Imagen de la UNICEF Paraguay
Buenos dias soy Ariel Alberto Jara Acosta, Psicologo en la Comunidad Terapeutica Taller del Maestro, de la ciudad de Coronel Oviedo, Paraguay. Comparto con ustedes una publicacion del Fondo de las Naciones Unidas para la Infancia (UNICEF) en el que pudieron aclarar dudas con expertos. El espacio se tituló “¿Estás Bien?” y contó con la participación de los jóvenes. https://www.unicef.org/paraguay/comunicados-prensa/j%C3%B3venes-y-especialistas-dialogan-sobre-salud-mental-en-tiempos-de-pandemia
Jose Luis Vazquez Martinez

Condiciones de salud mental durante la pandemia por COVID-19

Jose Luis Vazquez Martinez - 27 May 2021
Condiciones de salud mental durante la pandemia por COVID-19.pdf
Fuente: Chainé, S. M., Montoya, A. L., Maldonado, A. B., Aguirre, A. B., García, R. R., Rosales, F. L., & Cáceres, C. F. (2020). Condiciones de salud mental durante la pandemia por COVID-19. Revista internacional de investigación en adicciones, 6(2), 11-24. Resumen Introducción: las condiciones por...
Jose Luis Vazquez Martinez

Lo que aprendimos de la Pandemia por CoVID-19 y la preparación para el regreso

Jose Luis Vazquez Martinez - 20 May 2021
Dra. María Elena Medina Mora México Doctora en Psicología Social en la UNAM. Directora de la Facultad de Psicología de la UNAM afiliada al Centro de Investigación en Salud Mental Global del Instituto Nacional de Psiquiatría Ramón de la Fuente Muñiz/UNAM. Cuenta con 43 años de experiencia docente en...
Livia

Opportunity to Publish a Scientific Article on New Psychoactive Substances!

Shared by Livia - 17 May 2021

UNODC is proud to be the co-editor of Special Issue “New Drug and other Behavioural Trends During Social-Distancing for the COVID-19 Pandemic” of the Journal “Emerging Trends in Drugs, Addictions, and Health” and cordially invites you to submit abstracts for consideration. You will find all information regarding this new Special Issue on this link: https://www.journals.elsevier.com/emerging-trends-in-drugs-addictions-and-health/call-for-papers/new-drug, as well as in the attached flyer. The important thing to note is that everything will be open access and free of charge, so this is really...

Jose Luis Vazquez Martinez

Drug Overdose Deaths Before and After Shelter-in-Place Orders During the COVID-19 Pandemic in San Francisco

Jose Luis Vazquez Martinez - 13 May 2021
Drug Overdose Deaths Before and After Shelter-in-Place Orders During the COVID-19 Pandemic in San Francisco.pdf
Source: Appa A, Rodda LN, Cawley C, et al. Drug Overdose Deaths Before and After Shelter-in-Place Orders During the COVID-19 Pandemic in San Francisco. JAMA Netw Open. 2021;4(5):e2110452. doi:10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2021.10452 Discussion In this cross-sectional study, we found a continued increase...

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