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UNODC-WHO Joint Programme on Drug Dependence Treatment and Care

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Both the WHO and UNODC strive to address the complex issues presented by drug use and dependence. The vision: The effective and humane treatment for all people with drug use disorders. Nothing less than would be expected for any other...

One in Three: Adfam’s Manifesto for 2020 and beyond

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Following the concerning findings that one in three adults in Great Britain have been negatively affected by the substance use of someone we know, Adfam has launched their 2020 manifesto. Adfam's five asks are: Make funding available for...

UK Parents' Drinking Negatively Affects Over a Third of Children

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The physical and psychological harm caused by heavy alcohol consumption to the individual drinking is often clear. What is often less obvious, is the damage an individuals alcohol consumption can have to the people around them. A recent...

Comorbidity and Recovery

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23 October 2019

Imagine going through treatment numerous times but not being able to stop using. Imagine deciding not to use and doing everything you possibly can to stop using but relapsing despite all your efforts. If this sums up your situation or If...

Experiences of Women with Substance Use Disorders in Treatment Centers: An Exploratory Study

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ABSTRACT Women with substance use problems also make up a population with gender-specific needs, which has not received enough attention in the development of policies and treatment services. The gap in gender specific interventions remains...

Addiction in Bhutan

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Bhutan is recognised for its development philosophy of Gross National Happiness, which places the well-being of people above gross domestic product. However, over the last few years, the number of patients with mental disorder seeking help...

Nonverbal Communication

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Nonverbal communication is the act of conveying a thought, feeling, or idea through physical gestures, posture, and facial expressions. A study conducted at UCLA found a majority of communication to be nonverbal, although the study’s exact...

Motivational Interviewing: Open Questions, Affirmation, Reflective Listening, and Summary Reflections (OARS)

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Motivational Interviewing provides a foundation for assisting individuals with developing the rationale for beginning change in their lives. This resources provides basic information about the principles on communicating using motivational...

Lift UP Workshop - 2019

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5 members of the Pakistan U.S. Alumni group participated in the “Prevention of Violence against Women Living in Drug Affected Families” Adv. Zia Awan - IVLP Rana Asif Habib - IVLP Kiran Mushtaq - IVLP Dr Salman Baig - Hubert Humphrey Fellow...

European Prevention Curriculum

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24 September 2019

This week the European Monitoring Centre for Drugs and Drug Addiction (EMCDDA) has released the European Prevention Curriculum - a handbook designed for decision, opinion and policy makers in science-based prevention of substance use. The...