The Global Drug Survey for 2019
The Global Drug Survey for 2019 (GDS2019) was launched on the 29th of October.
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European Action for Employment in Recovery
A new European project has been developed to provide individuals in recovery from substance use in Scotland the opportunity to a part in a work and learning experience in another European country.
The European Action for Employment in...
Self‐Medication with Alcohol or Drugs for Mood and Anxiety Disorders
Substance use is one way that people deal with the difficult symptoms present in mood and anxiety disorders. As people become more reliant on the effects of the substances to relieve distress the use can develop into dependence. Self‐medica...
Risk of addiction to social networks, self-esteem and self-control in high school students
OVERVIEW
Objective: To determine the relationship between the risk of addiction to social networks, self-esteem and self-control in students of 4th and 5th year of secondary level of a public educational institution of Metropolitan Lima...
Comorbid Opioid Use is Undertreated among Forensic Patients with Schizophrenia
Abstract
Background
Substance use disorders are associated with poorer clinical outcomes in patients with schizophrenia. There is no specific treatment for amphetamine or cannabis use disorder, but methadone and buprenorphine are used...
Exploring the Public Stigma of Substance Use Disorder
Illicit drug use disorder is one of the most stigmatised health conditions in the world. Stigmatisation is the mark of shame, disgrace or disapproval. It can affect people’s self-esteem and confidence, help disrupt their family...
Older Adults in Treatment for Alcohol Use Disorders: Service Utilisation, Patient Characteristics and Treatment Outcomes
Abstract
Background
In western countries demographic changes are leading to an ageing society. Consequently, the number of older adults with alcohol use disorders (AUDs) will rise and the demand of treatment is likely to increase...
A great opportunity for professional treatment and prevention of substance use.
Work in the field of substance abuse is, at the same time, a great challenge and a great opportunity to grow, help people and make a difference in the world. The scholarship program Hubert h. Humphrey, is a great opportunity for...
Benzodiazepine Use Is High while Use Disorder Rates Are Low
Benzodiazepines, such as sedatives and sleeping aids, are a widely prescribed group of medicines designed for short-term treatment. Although most people manage benzodiazepines as prescribed, some individuals misuse the drugs and can develop...
The Great Opportunity for Substance Use Prevention and Treatment Professionals
To work in the substance abuse field, is at the same time, the big challenge and a great opportunity for growing, helping people and making a difference in the world.
The Hubert h. Humphrey Fellowship Program is a great opportunity for...
Mindfulness for Chronic Pain and Prescription Opioid Misuse
Opioid medication for chronic pain can be an effective treatment. Most patients take the medication as prescribed, however some individuals can become addicted to the drug, leading to opioid misuse. Prescription opioid misuse is a...
Information and Advice for the Families of People Living with Hepatitis C
Hepatitis C is a highly infectious blood-borne virus that affects the cells of the liver causing inflammation. Although many people with the virus may have no symptoms at all people can experience jaundice, depression, fatigue, skin...
Evaluation of Amphetamine-Related Hospitalizations and Associated Clinical Outcomes and Costs in the United States
Key Points
Question: What are the current trends in frequency and costs of amphetamine-related hospitalizations in the United States?
Findings: In this cross-sectional study of approximately 1.3 million amphetamine-related US...
Effect of a Primary Care–Based Psychological Intervention on Symptoms of Common Mental Disorders in Zimbabwe
Key Points
Question: Does a lay health worker–delivered psychological intervention improve symptoms of depression and anxiety in Zimbabwe?
Findings: In a cluster randomized clinical trial of 573 randomized patients with common mental...
Qualitative Cross-Country Comparison of Whether, When and How People Diagnosed with Lung Cancer Talk about Cigarette Smoking in Narrative Interviews
Abstract
Objectives: To compare and examine whether, when and how patients with lung cancer in three countries, with different survival rates, talk about cigarette smoking and its relationship with help-seeking.
Design: A qualitative...
Dependência Química: Quais são os tipos de tratamento
Muitas pessoas não sabem que dependência química é uma doença crônica que possui tratamento. Ela se caracteriza pelo abuso de álcool, maconha, cocaína, crack ou outras substâncias entorpecentes, lícitas ou ilícitas. Esse tipo de doença...
Governo amplia vagas para acolhimento de dependentes químicos
O ministro da Justiça, Torquato Jardim, anunciou em outubro mais 3.395 vagas em comunidades terapêuticas para acolher e recuperar dependentes químicos. É uma ampliação em mais de 50%. Em abril, o Ministério da Justiça já havia lançado...
Maconha: estudo mostra prejuízo cognitivo em usuários da droga em longo ou pequeno prazo
A maconha é a droga ilícita mais utilizada ao redor do mundo todo e atualmente existe muitos debates em torno de seu uso e legalização. Muitas vezes, a iniciação ao uso dessa droga começa na adolescência, período importante para o...
Segundo Organização Mundial da Saúde, cigarros prejudicam seriamente o meio ambiente
Não é novidade pra ninguém que fumar faz mal pra saúde, não só daqueles que fumam mas também de quem estiver ao redor. Além de causar doenças como o câncer e de viciar, o cigarro também tem um impacto negativo no meio ambiente. E esse...
Maconha é mais prejudicial para o cérebro do que álcool, diz novo estudo
A maconha traz mais prejuízos para o cérebro dos adolescentes do que o álcool, confirmou um novo estudo. O cérebro dos adolescentes é muito vulnerável e, ao contrário do álcool, o consumo regular de maconha pode causar repercussões...
