Applying interventions designed to reduce and manage the symptoms of substance use disorders.
Treatment
Sex Differences in Cannabis Use
Risk Factors for Discontinuation of Treatment for Opioid Use Disorders
Report on the State of Public Health in Canada 2018: Preventing Problematic Substance Use in Youth
The Mechanism Behind Alcohol Addiction
Making the Opioid Use Disorder Cascade of Care a Reality, Despite Data Limitations
Gene Therapy for Cocaine Addiction
Managing Drug and Alcohol Problems in Primary Care
The Royal College of General Practitioners and Substance Misuse Management Good Practice are jointly hosting their 23rd Managing Drug and Alcohol Problems in Primary Care Conference.
The Epidemiology and Treatment of Smoking in People with Mental Health Disorders
Tobacco is the world’s leading but preventable cause of disease and death. Although cigarette smoking among adults has been steadily decreasing, rates continue to remain high amongst certain vulnerable populations. This includes individuals with mental health issues.
The Intersection of Opioids and Suicide: A Prevention Approach
The latest event from the National Prevention Week Webinar Series will take place on October 25, 2018, 2:00 – 3:30 p.m. EDT.
The discussion will explore the relationship between the opioid use, overdose and suicide, with the hope that it will create opportunities for those in the prevention field to implement more effective strategies.