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Recovery in the context of the justice system and incarceration refers to a long-term process of change through which people see improvements in their health and stability, experience changes in identity, strengthen relationships, and gain...

In this reading list, we provide resources exploring the role of faith communities and faith-based organisations in addressing substance use, crime, violence and related social harms. Faith-based strategies draw on spiritual values...

As justice systems increasingly shift their focus from punishment to rehabilitation, it becomes essential to understand the complex relationship between substance use, criminal behaviour, and treatment, particularly among individuals whose involvement with the system stems from substance use. 

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...

This document highlights resources to support your work in reducing drug related crime.

As we celebrate International Nurses Week, we honour the dedication, expertise, and compassion of nurses around the globe—especially those working on the frontlines of substance use prevention, treatment, and recovery support. Addiction nurses play a crucial role not only in clinical care but also in education, advocacy, and research. 

Evidence-based practice (EBP) serves as the foundation for effective prevention strategies, ensuring interventions, programmes, and policies are grounded in the best available scientific knowledge.

This guide presents a curated collection...

Thu hút thanh thiếu niên tham gia phòng ngừa sử dụng chất kích thích đã được chứng minh là một chiến lược quan trọng và hiệu quả. Trao quyền cho tất cả thanh niên, nhưng đặc biệt là trong các nhóm bị thiệt thòi như thanh niên da màu, là một...

Các lựa chọn thay thế cho việc giam giữ (ATI) bao gồm cách tiếp cận đa lĩnh vực về các chiến lược và chương trình được thiết kế để chuyển hướng những người bị rối loạn sử dụng chất gây nghiện khỏi nhà tù thông thường. Những lựa chọn thay...

Stimulants are a class of drugs that act on the central nervous system, increasing alertness, energy, and attention while elevating mood. They achieve these effects by enhancing the activity of neurotransmitters such as dopamine and...

Screening, Brief Intervention, and Referral to Treatment (SBIRT) represent an evidence-based strategy for the early intervention of substance use.

The journey of recovery from substance use and mental health challenges is a profound and transformative experience. The effective integration of wellness into recovery services across care systems stands as a pivotal element in addressing substance misuse and its associated consequences. Wellness, with its holistic approach, holds great promise for enhancing the overall recovery experience and improving outcomes.

Exploring the dynamics of substance use's ripple effect within families reveals a complex web of emotions, relationships, and challenges. These recommended readings explore the impact that substance use can have on family members. Through...

Cocaine is an addictive stimulant drug that originates from the leaves of the coca plant, which is indigenous to South America. The drug's effects include heightened alertness, attention, and energy, as well as feelings of euphoria and...