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French Opioid Prevention Materials - Français Ressources sur la prévention des opioïdes

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International Technology Transfer Center Network (ITTC) recently shared some helpful new resources developed by their partners at the Mid-America ATTC . They partnered with the Ethnic Communities Opioid Response Network in Missouri, the Addiction Policy Forum, and the Opioid Response Network (ORN in...
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MIDLMAN NATONGOU

Formation sur les curricula 3 et 4 du programme ‘’Universal Treatment Curriculum (UTC)’’ du 07 au 15 Avril 2021.

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Cette formation a débuté le mercredi 07 Avril 2021 et a porté sur les curricula 3 et 4 respectivement « Les co-morbidités mentales et médicales ; une vue d’ensemble pour les Professionnels de l’addiction » et « Compétences de base en counseling pour les professionnels de l’addiction ». Elle a réuni...
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Rasha Abi Hana

Canadian Substance Use Costs and Harms Online Data Visualisation Tool

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Canadian Substance Use Costs and Harms (CSUCH)

CSUCH’s data visualisation tool can be used to estimate substance use trends across the country. The data helps inform programs, practices, and research to protect communities, save lives, and improve the well-being of people in Canada.

 

Spotlight: Top 3 causes of death due to substance use in Canada 


More than 200 people died each day due to substance use (SU) in 2020 (the latest year for which data are available). That works out to 73,994 deaths that year. The average age of death due to SU was 45 years. Tobacco use caused 63% (46,366) of SU-related deaths, followed by alcohol at 23%...

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The Psychology of Addiction and Obesity: New Treatments

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Adi Zuloff-Shani Ph.D. Psychedelics to the Rescue

Addiction and obesity share similar neurological pathways, both linked to compulsive behaviors and the brain's reward system. Research has highlighted the potential of GLP-1 receptor agonists, originally developed for diabetes, to help manage both appetite and addictive cravings. These medications, such as semaglutide, may regulate addictive behaviors by influencing reward circuits in the brain. However, they come with potential side effects, and their long-term effects are still under investigation.

In addition, a new compound, 5-Methoxy-2-aminoindane (MEAI), is being researched for its...

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Профессионализация трудовых ресурсов и память о Джеффе Ли

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Профилактика домино

На этой неделе мы прощаемся с нашим дорогим другом и наставником, Джеффом Ли, основателем и исполнительным директором ISSUP. Джефф был непоколебимым сторонником профессионализации профилактики, настаивая на том, что те, кто работает в этой области, должны иметь соответствующую специализацию. Он часто напоминал нам, что, хотя специалисты широкого профиля и специалисты по лечению действуют из лучших побуждений и глубоко укоренились в своих сообществах, они не всегда находятся в лучшем положении для разработки и внедрения научно обоснованных систем профилактики. Джефф подчеркнул, что профилактику...

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James Harvey

Встреча по видению национальных отделений

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С 10 по 11 декабря 2024 года команда национальных отделений провела ключевую 2-дневную виртуальную встречу, чтобы оценить текущую операционную модель национальных отделений и определить возможности для улучшения и роста. Встреча была названа «Встречей по видению», чтобы отразить основную повестку дня: разработка перспективного плана для национальных отделений ISSUP.
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2024 African Union Consultation for Drug Demand Reduction in Arusha, Tanzania

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Attendees at the African Union Consultation for Drug Demand Reduction in Arusha, Tanzania

The African Union Commission (AUC) has held an annual continental consultation for Drug Demand Reduction (DDR) since 2015.  AUC member states are each represented by their respective DDR national focal points, allowing member states an opportunity to present national DDR activities in a peer-review platform that also allows engagement with invited subject matter experts.  This year’s consultation was held in Arusha, Tanzania from 10-13 December 2024, and included Traditional Leaders from Southern Africa. The theme for this year’s consultation was “Prevention is better than Cure: Towards...

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Promouvoir le Traitement comme Alternative à l'Incarcération pour les Usagers de Substances

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Du 14 au 18 Octobre 2024 a eu lieu à Lomé /Hôtel concorde, un atelier de formation sur les alternatives à  l'incarcération (ATI).

Organisé par le CNAD en collaboration avec ISSUP Togo, avec l'appui technique et financier de la Commission de la CEDEAO et du Colombo Plan; CET atelier a connu la participation d'une vingtaine d'acteurs multisectoriels.

L'objectif de cette initiative pilote est de proposer le traitement comme alternative à la condamnation pour les personnes souffrant de troubles liés à l'usage de substances psychoactives en contact avec le système de justice pénale.

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James Harvey

Recovery Survey

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The Global Recovery Network is committed to providing valuable and relevant content for our community. 

To ensure our upcoming webinar series aligns with the needs and interests of our audience, we have developed this survey with U.S. based Faces and Voices of Recovery to determine which topics may be of most relevance. Our goal is to offer webinars that not only inform but also develop and build skills that support recovery, advocacy, and professional growth.
 
Your feedback is crucial in helping us design a webinar series that resonates with and benefits you.

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Rasha Abi Hana

ISSUP at Lisbon Addictions 2024: Empowering the Workforce of the Future

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Learning from Africa: Workforce Development, Enhancement, and Support Session at Lisbon Addictions.

From October 23rd to 25th, 2024, Lisbon hosted the Lisbon Addictions 2024 Conference, bringing together 2,231 participants from around the world. The event provided a dynamic platform for sharing the latest research in addiction science and exploring future directions in addiction policy and practice. The Conference theme, "Empowering the Workforce of the Future," focused on strengthening the workforce in addiction prevention, treatment, and recovery, underscoring the critical need for well-trained professionals to meet the evolving demands of the field.

ISSUP actively participated in the...

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ISSUP Newsletter - Issue 182 (9 October 2024)

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Don't miss our latest newsletter for details of recent meetings and activities in Latin America and Africa. This issue also includes information on how to gain advanced clinical skills with the UTC16 Self Led Course.

Read it here: Issue 182

 

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Профилактика и борьба с употреблением психоактивных веществ на уровне сообществ: в Того созданы антинаркотические коалиции и Национальная сеть специалистов по профилактике, лечению и реабилитации

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Prévention et lutte contre l'usage des substances psychoactives basée sur la communauté: Les coalitions anti-drogue et le réseau national des professionnels en prévention, traitement et de réhabilitation au Togo lancés.
13 августа 2024 года Национальный комитет по борьбе с наркотиками (CNAD) в сотрудничестве со своими партнерами организовал в Ломе форум для создания антинаркотических коалиций и национальной сети специалистов по профилактике, лечению и реабилитации в Того.
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Rasha Abi Hana

THE WORLD DRUG REPORT 2024: Webinar for Civil Society

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Learn about global drug trends from the authors of the World Drug Report 2024!

UNODC experts will present the World Drug Report 2024, giving an overview of the latest developments and diving into the most up-to-date global data. In the...

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Stimulants: Understanding Use, Impact, and Responses Reading List

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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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