Shared by James Harvey (ISSUP staff) - 1 July 2024

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UNODC

A global reference on drug markets, trends and policy developments, the World Drug Report offers a wealth of data and analysis and in 2024 comprises several elements tailored to different audiences.

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Stimulants: Understanding Use, Impact, and Responses Reading List

Shared by Rasha Abi Hana - 26 March 2024

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Reading List

Stimulants are a class of drugs that act on the central nervous system, increasing alertness, energy, and attention while elevating mood. They achieve these effects by enhancing the activity of neurotransmitters such as dopamine and norepinephrine in the brain.

Many stimulant-related hazards are linked to intensive, high-dose, or long-term usage. The mode of administration plays a significant moderating role; injecting stimulants and smoking crack cocaine or methamphetamine have been specifically associated with more problematic use behaviours. Even people who use stimulants sporadically or...

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The Colombo Plan Small Grants Award Programme

Shared by James Harvey (ISSUP staff) - 13 February 2024

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Screening, Brief Intervention, and Referral to Treatment Reading List

Shared by Rasha Abi Hana - 18 December 2023

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Screening, Brief Intervention, and Referral to Treatment (SBIRT) represent an evidence-based strategy for the early intervention of substance use.

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Evento de Lançamento do Capítulo Nacional da ISSUP no Panamá

Shared by Barbara Correa - 14 de Dezembro de 2023

Em 5 de dezembro de 2023, o lançamento oficial do Capítulo Nacional ISSUP Panamá ocorreu na sede da Comissão Nacional para o Estudo e Prevenção de Drogas (CONAPRED) no Panamá.

Este evento contou com a presença da Sra. Jissel Maití, Secretária Executiva da CONAPRED, do Sr. Ruben Farje, representante da OEA no Panamá, Andrea Escobar da Unidade de Redução da Demanda de Drogas da CICAD/OEA, representantes da Diretoria do Capítulo Panamenho chefiada por Calixta de Balmaceda representando Cruz Blanca Panameña e Bárbara Correa, Coordenadora Regional dos Capítulos Nacionais da ISSUP na América Latina...

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