Treatment

The range of medical, psychological, and social services designed to help individuals reduce or stop substance use and manage substance use disorders. Treatment may include assessment, counselling and behavioural therapies, medication-assisted treatment, withdrawal management, and support for co-occurring mental or physical health conditions. Effective treatment is typically person-centred and evidence-informed, and may be provided in outpatient, community, or residential settings. Treatment aims to improve health and functioning, reduce substance-related harms, and support individuals in moving toward recovery and long-term wellbeing. 

International Gambling Conference

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Auckland
New Zealand

Wednesday 17 June - Friday 19 June 2026
Auckland University of Technology, New Zealand

AHMAD SHAH

Community update
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From a U.S.-supported exchange to global leadership, Ahmed Shah’s journey shows how international exposure can create lasting impact. An Emerging Leaders of Pakistan (ELP) 2013 alumnus, Ahmed turned his exchange experience into a career...

Opioid Treatment Programs’ Medicaid Patient Retention Rates

Scientific article
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Abstract Importance Retention on methadone and buprenorphine has been shown to be associated with reduced overdose and death. Opioid treatment programs (OTPs) are the only health care facilities in the US licensed to dispense methadone for...

CSAM-SMCA 2026 Scientific Conference and Annual Meeting

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Alberta
Canada

The CSAM-SMCA 2026 Scientific Conference is Canada’s premier education and networking event for addiction medicine practitioners. This annual event brings together researchers, leaders, educators, and clinicians in addiction medicine for three days of learning and networking.

The Alcohol and Drugs History Society Biennial Conference 2026

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Paris
France

The Alcohol and Drugs History Society is pleased to announce the Call for Papers for its 9th biennial meeting, which will take place in Paris, France, from 25 to 27 June 2026. The conference will be hosted by the Advanced School of Social Sciences and Paris 1 Panthéon Sorbonne University.