Behavioural Therapy Interventions

Psychological interventions that address the underlying cognitive and emotional drivers of substance use e.g., Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Motivational Interviewing (MI).

Faith-based intervention, change in religiosity, and abstinence among people with substance use disorders

Scientific article

23 June 2021

This study examines how changes in religiosity influence recovery outcomes among people in addiction treatment. It finds that individuals in faith-based programs show higher and increasing levels of religiosity over time, which is linked to...

Integrated Support for Co-occurring Mental Health and Substance Use Disorders

ISSUP Webinar

7 April 2026

ISSUP in Pakistan presents a webinar on Integrated Support for Co-occurring Mental Health and Substance Use Disorders

Integrated Support for Co-occurring Mental Health and Substance Use Disorders

ISSUP Webinar

7 April 2026

ISSUP Global presents a webinar on Integrated Support for Co-occurring Mental Health and Substance Use Disorders.

Psilocybin or Nicotine Patch for Smoking Cessation A Pilot Randomized Clinical Trial

Scientific article

10 March 2026

Source: Johnson MW, Naudé GP, Hendricks PS, Garcia-Romeu A. Psilocybin or Nicotine Patch for Smoking Cessation: A Pilot Randomized Clinical Trial. JAMA Netw Open. 2026;9(3):e260972. doi:10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2026.0972 Key Points Question...

#ScaleUp initiative — scalable interventions for the treatment and care of stimulant use disorders

28 January 2026

Online

Objective: This event marks the first in a series of webinars under the #ScaleUp project, a joint initiative by the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), the World Health Organization (

A Year of Consolidation and Commitment

Community update

30 December 2026

As 2025 draws to a close, we look back at how the ISSUP Philippine Chapter steadily consolidated its foundations despite setbacks, further laying groundwork for sustainable growth in the fields of substance use prevention, treatment, and...

Artificial Intelligence in Substance Use Prevention, Treatment, and Recovery Support: Selected Readings and Practical Insights

Reading List

10 December 2025

Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming how we understand and manage substance use disorders (SUDs). The following curated readings highlight current developments, practical applications, and ethical considerations for AI in this field...

The Impact of Non-Monetary Contingency Management Interventions in Patients' Substance Use Treatment Engagement in Umm Salal Treatment & Rehabilitation Center, Doha Qatar

Leaflet, Infographic, Fact sheet, Poster

19 November 2025

With globalization and increased transportation and communication, substance use disorder (SUD) has become a significant global challenge. The Middle East serves as both a source and transit hub for many psychoactive substances. Founded in...

Effectiveness of Group Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) on Improving Quality of Life in People with Methamphetamine Disorder

Leaflet, Infographic, Fact sheet, Poster

19 November 2025

Background: Methamphetamine abuse has a devastating impact on physical health, psychological conditions, social relationships, and overall quality of life. One of the widely implemented psychosocial approaches to support recovery is Group...

Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation as an Adjunctive Intervention in an Adolescent with Substance Use Disorder and Co-occurring Behavioral Disorders: A Case Report

Leaflet, Infographic, Fact sheet, Poster

19 November 2025

Background: Substance use disorder (SUD) remains a major challenge in the healthcare field, as it is associated with structural and functional alterations in the brain. Adolescents are particularly susceptible to substance use due to the...