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Effectiveness Bank Analysis: Therapy ‘Toolbox’ Helps Rescue Poorly Recovering Patients at London Maintenance Clinic

Scientific article

9 May 2019

Instead of a set programme, a clinic in London tried offering patients prescribed methadone or buprenorphine but still using heroin or cocaine a selection from a suite of well-supported psychological interventions tailored to the patient...

Participate in Adfam Survey: Caring as a Result of Somebody Else's Substance Use

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The purpose of this survey is to paint a better picture of what it is like to support someone with drug or alcohol problems. A clearer understanding of the issue will help the charity and social sector to effectively support you. You will...

Youth Perspective on Parental Approaches to Substance Use

Scientific article

5 April 2019

Reducing the harms of youth substance use is a global priority. Parents have the potential to play a key role in these efforts. However, it is felt that parents are often unsure about how to address substance use with their children. Parent...

Youth described the most effective approaches were those that aligned with the realities of their lives.

DSM-5 in Patients Seeking their First Treatment for Alcohol Use Disorder. Sex Differences in the Multicenter CohRTA Study

Scientific article

Abstract Objective: We aimed to analyze sex differences in the DSM-5 criteria among patients admitted to their first treatment of alcohol use disorder (AUD). Methods: Assessment of AUD was carried out using DSM-5 diagnostic criteria in a...

Voluntary Researchers Wanted - Mentor UK

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Mentor UK is looking for volunteers to help maintain up-to-date knowledge of alcohol and drug prevention and education in community, family and school settings. The role will involve role researching and writing briefs that will contribute...

Basic Counseling Course for Addiction Professionals: UTC-4

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A 5 day training course “Basic Counseling Skills for Addiction Professionals” was organized by Aga Khan Social Welfare Board in Collaboration with Drug Free Pakistan Foundation and ISSUP-Pakistan Chapter from April 6 & 7, 13 & 14, and 20...

A Qualitative Study of Drivers of Psychoactive Substance Use among Mekelle University Students, Northern Ethiopia

Scientific article

4 March 2019

Abstract Background Psychoactive substance (PS) use is a public health concern among University students. Understanding the factors underlay the use helps to underpin effective preventive interventions. However, there is dearth of...

Suffering Addiction in Family, Defeating Failures, Overcoming Adversity and Turning Dreams into Reality

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14 April 2019

Suffering addiction in family , defeating failures, overcoming adversity and turning dreams into reality

Better Prevention of Drug Use, Healthy and Safe Development of Children in Belarus

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UNODC had the honour of facilitating a seminar for policy makers in Belarus at the request of the Ministry of Interior of the country. The event was organised with the support of the UN Resident Coordinator and the contribution of UNAIDS, UNFPA and UNICEF.

Giovanna Campello, UNODC PTRS, Officer-in-Charge, presenting the ISSUP website at the UNODC Training on Evidence-based prevention of drug use and other risky behaviours for the healthy and safe development of children and youth in Belarus

UNODC Partnership with Lions Club to Develop Personal and Social Skills of Adolescents

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The UNODC/WHO Second Update Edition of the International Standards on Drug Use Prevention http://bit.ly/2D1Qua4 identifies evidence-based education on personal and social skills as one of the effective strategies to prevent drug use and...