Mental Health

A person’s emotional, psychological, and social wellbeing, influencing how individuals think, feel, behave, and cope with life’s challenges. In the context of substance use disorders, mental health is closely interconnected with patterns of substance use, as mental health conditions can increase vulnerability to substance misuse and substance use can also affect mental wellbeing. Addressing mental health alongside substance use is therefore essential for effective prevention, treatment, and recovery, often requiring integrated, person-centred approaches that support overall wellbeing and functioning. 

Cannabis and mental health

Event Date
 - Online

Objective: This webinar will provide an overview of mental health risks associated with cannabis use. Participants will hear about the findings on how cannabis use is linked to anxiety, depression, psychotic symptoms and cannabis use disorder, and how cannabis type, potency, and use patterns might increase the risks.

2026 NSC Sobering Summit

Event Date
 - Online

Join us for the 2026 NSC Sobering Summit as we gather under the theme “Gateway to the Future of Sobering Care.” This year’s Summit marks a pivotal moment for the field—one defined by growth, clarity, and a shared commitment to quality and accountability.

Recovery Leadership Summit (Virtual)

Event Date
 - Online

Celebrating 25 Years: Honoring Our Past and Building Our Future.   

For one extraordinary year, the Recovery Leadership Summit becomes more than a conference—it becomes a celebration of the movement that transforms recovery in America.  

Reconnect with the pioneers. Learn from today’s innovators. Inspire tomorrow’s leaders.   

Synthetic cannabinoids: Reflections from Mauritius

Community update
During a recent engagement in Mauritius, I had the opportunity to hear the National Agency for Drug Control (NADC) present the National Drug Control Master Plan 2026–2030 and to share the suite of resources available through ISSUP. This...
Mauritius National Agency for Drug Control (NADC) present the National Drug Control Master Plan 2026–2030

Two-Day Trauma Informed Care in Faith Communities Workshop

Event Date
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Kansas City
United States

This will be an interactive workshop engaging the minds of other concerned clergy, congregants, or anyone passionate to gain a better understanding about the very delicate balance of trauma, wellbeing and healing in the faith community. We will address common myths and stereotypes associated with church and spiritual hurt, as well as church and spiritual healing.