In this network you can share your learning experiences, researches, publications and other resources with other trainers with experience in women's treatment for SUD.
En esta red puede compartir sus experiencias de aprendizaje, investigaciones, publicaciones y otros recursos con otros formadores con experiencia en el tratamiento de mujeres para el TUS.
Women who use substances have different needs than men. They face greater stigma, are more likely to carry the trauma of domestic abuse and are more likely to be caring for children. Taken together, it...
Recent research has revealed an increase in child hospitalisations resulting from accidental cannabis poisoning in various regions of Canada. Toddlers find cannabis edibles enticing due to their resemblance to common treats like candies, chocolates, or baked goods. Incidents of cannabis poisoning predominantly occur within households. It is imperative to emphasise the potential harm cannabis products can pose to children and the necessity of secure storage.
The Canadian Centre on Substance Use and Addiction (CCSA) initiated a public awareness campaign through its social media platforms. We...
This miniguide is one of a larger set, which together comprise Health and social responses to drug problems: a European guide. It provides an overview of the most important aspects to consider when planning or delivering health and social responses for women who use drugs, and reviews the...
On behalf of the Demand Reduction Unit (DRU) of the Inter-American Drug Abuse Control Commission of the Organization of American States (OAS/CICAD) we would like to share with all of you the recording of the webinar entitled "Women’s Access to Substance Use Treatment Centers: the Swedish Approach"...
Women with addiction face unique challenges in the areas of stigma, trauma, co-occurring disorders, gender inequalities and motherhood. Portage Atlantic, in partnership with the International Council on Alcohol and Addiction is proud to...
Abreu Minero, V., Best, D., Brown, L. et al. Differences in addiction and recovery gains according to gender – gender barriers and specific differences in overall strengths growth. Subst Abuse Treat Prev Policy 17, 21 (2022). https://doi.org/10.1186/s13011-022-00444-8
Background
The necessity of a gendered understanding of recovery is becoming increasingly evident. There have been reports of gender disparities in the character and amount of substance use, the paths to and through substance use disorder, and the acquisition and maintenance of recovery capital. There is virtually little study on the elements that influence recovery capital growth by gender.
Methods
The current study examines certain categories of the Strengths and Barriers Recovery Scale (SABRS) that best predict recovery capital growth among people in recovery from drug addiction...
Description: This webinar will explore recent patterns and trends in drug use among women in Europe and the role played by gender in influencing women’s consumption behaviours across settings and the life course.
Friday, April 22, 2022 @ 12:00-1:30pm ET (11CT/10MT/9PT)
Description
Substance use during and/or after pregnancy increased dramatically during the pandemic, putting women and their babies at risk. Substance use during or after...
Friday, March 25, 2022 @ 12:00-1:30pm ET (11CT/10MT/9PT)
Description
The purpose of this training is to provide clinicians with a culturally-specific point of reference relating to conceptualising, assessing, coordinating, and...
Join PAHO on Tuesday, 15 March, on the webinar "Women, Alcohol Consumption and the COVID-19 Pandemic" to discuss the impact of COVID-19 pandemic on women´s mental health, alcohol consumption, and how alcohol marketing, policies and...
Friday, April 8, 2022 @ 12:00-1:30pm ET (11CT/10MT/9PT)
Description
This presentation will address components of tobacco use and treatment for the pregnant and postpartum population. The first segment will include an overview of the...
Friday, March 18, 2022 @ 12:00-1:30pm ET (11CT/10MT/9PT)
Description
This virtual training will focus on substance use disorders (SUD) in women with a focus on pregnant and parenting persons. Learners will hear about the epidemiology...
ISSUP Perú te invita al conversatorio: "Experiencias y buenas prácticas: entrenamiento especializado para la atención en adicciones GROW – PRONACEJ 2021". Mañana a las 11:00 a.m. (hora Perú) en vivo desde la página Facebbok de ISSUP Perú.