The Rapidly Changing Composition of the World's Drug Supply and Its Effects on High-Risk for COVID-19
The first of two presentations by Thom Browne Jr. covering illicit drugs and adulterants that place users at risk for COVID-19.
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The Rapidly Changing Composition of the World's Drug Supply and Its Effects on High-Risk for COVID-19
The second of two presentations by Thom Browne Jr. covering illicit drugs and adulterants that place users at risk for COVID-19.
Webinar: ISSUP South Africa – Cannabis and the Youth in South Africa
ISSUP Global and ISSUP South Africa brought Siphokazi Dada, to present on the subject of Cannabis Use amongst South African use. The trends, the policy changes and data on the impact of the decriminalisation to review the changes in demand and cannabis related problems.
Webinar: ISSUP South Africa - COVID-19 ~ What can be done through us
This first webinar from ISSUP South Africa focusses upon the toll of Covid-19 upon social factors, which can thereby affect substance use disorders.
Webinar: Mental Health during the COVID-19 Pandemic
Four experts, brought together by ISSUP Ukraine discuss measures being taken in Ukraine to address the mental health issues brought on by the Covid-19 pandemic. The speakers focus upon psychosocial aspects of the pandemic; destigmatisation of mental health issue; stress factors for the healthcare professions and support initiatives during quarantine.
The Role of Alcohol use and Drinking Patterns in Socioeconomic Inequalities in Mortality
Socioeconomic status (SES) can be thought of as a measure of an individual's or family's social position relative to others that measures factors such as education, income, type of occupation and place of residence.
Research indicates that...
Alcohol Use in Times of the COVID-19 Virus
During this global lockdown, most people have had to make major lifestyle changes in order to adhere to guidelines outlined by their respective governments.
The situation has forced people's behaviour and choices to change, and it is...
The Self-Care Matrix: A Unifying Framework for Self-Care
We are seeing a global rise in long-term noncommunicable diseases, linked with our inability to protect our own wellbeing.
The World Health Organization defines self-care as:
"the ability of individuals, families and communities to...
Understanding Resilience
Although it is a term that is frequently used, understanding what it means to be resilient or develop resilience is not always straight forward.
In an article published in the Frontiers in Behavioural Neuroscience, the researchers...
First Alcohol Treatment Institutions in Today's Czech Republic and Slovak Republic
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Objective:
Drawing on qualitative analysis of selected historical documents, the paper seeks to provide a definition of the general characteristics of the first institutional alcohol treatment facilities in today's Czech Republic...
How Does Parental Supply of Alcohol Affect Risk of Alcohol‐Related Harms in Early Adulthood?
There is evidence to suggest that adolescents who receive alcohol from their parents are at higher risk of developing harmful drinking patterns later on in life.
Despite the concerning link, the knowledge around this subject remains...
Should Cigarette Pack Sizes be Capped?
In an attempt to prevent harmful tobacco use, countries have introduced policies such as the minimum number of cigarettes. This increases the cost of buying a packet of tobacco and it is hoped it will deter young people from buying.
In...
Use of E-cigarettes and Smoked Tobacco in Youth Aged 14–15 Years in New Zealand
Globally, the number of young people using e-cigarettes is rising. There is an ongoing debate as to whether vaping acts as a gateway for cigarette use later in life. The long term consequences remain unclear, and some argue we are seeing a...
An Investigation into the Lasting Impact of Exposure to Alcohol and Drugs During Foetal Life
It is well recognised that substance use during pregnancy can harm the developing foetus, leading to potential cognitive dysfunction and mental and behavioural difficulties in later life.
Longitudinal studies, which track participants over...
The Problematic Relationship Between Youth Anxiety and Later Alcohol Use
Researchers have continuously debated the link between anxiety and alcohol use. However, despite the previous examination of the direction and strength of the association, the form of the relationship remains unclear.
A recent systematic...
National, Regional, and Global Burdens of Disease Linked to Alcohol Use
Alcohol use continues to be one of the leading risk factors for the global burden of disease. This is despite growing awareness of the harm alcohol has the potential to cause and many worldwide initiatives and campaigns to tackle the issue...
Changes in Smoker Characteristics in England
Smoking in England has decreased over the last decade. It is vital to monitor the trends and examine the factors that may be influencing the downward curve, so as to maintain the pattern and make predictions about future smoking rates.
A...
National Addiction-Specific Institutional Infrastructure – Fundamental Prerequisite for Successful Implementation of Specialized Academic Degree Study Programmes: A Case Study in Historical Perspective
Objective: Human resources are crucial for addiction treatment and prevention services, as well as for science and research. The aim of this historical case study is to explain and demonstrate the role of specialized university academic...
People Who Inject Drugs: A Global Review
Globally, an estimated 15·6 million people aged 15–64 years inject drugs. Younger people who inject drugs are at higher risk of overdose, drug dependence, and blood-borne virus transmission and engaging in risky sexual behaviour.
In a...
Prioritising Action on Alcohol for Health and Development
Globally, alcohol consumption is estimated to cause more than 10% of the burden of noncommunicable diseases, including cirrhosis of the liver, respiratory disease, pancreatitis, cancers (oral and pharynx, larynx, oesophagus, liver...
