Addiction

Classification of Psychoactive Substances

Leaflet, Infographic, Fact sheet, Poster
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This section from the UPC 2 Physiology and Pharmacology for Prevention Professionals (p130-133) introduces the main types of psychoactive substances, explains their effects on the brain and body, and clarifies that some commonly used legal...

UNODC (2014a), Global SMART Update

Report
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The rapid rise of synthetic drugs has become one of the world’s most pressing drug-related challenges. After cannabis, amphetamine-type stimulants (ATS) are the most widely used drugs globally, now surpassing cocaine and heroin. Alongside...

Global Launch – Universal Nurses Addiction Curriculum (UNAC)

Webinar
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On June 26, 2025, the International Consortium of Universities for Drug Demand Reduction (ICUDDR) marked an important milestone with the global launch of the Universal Nurses Addiction Curriculum (UNAC). This initiative, supported by the U...

Canadian Centre on Substance Use and Addiction (CCSA) Issues of Substance

Event Date
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Halifax
Canada

Immerse yourself with up to 1,000 expected attendees in three full days of learning at CCSA’s Issues of Substance. With over 120 presentations scheduled to take place, there are plenty of opportunities to share knowledge, collaborate and help shape the future of substance use health during this most crucial time. Don’t miss it! Join us November 17–19 at the Halifax Convention Centre.

Be Part of the Future in Halifax!

Society for the Study of Addiction (SSA) Annual Conference 2025

Event Date
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Newcastle upon Tyne
United Kingdom

‘Celebrating excellence in addiction science’

The SSA’s Annual Conference is the UK’s foremost gathering of addiction researchers, policymakers, practitioners, and experts by experience.

German Addiction Congress 2025

Event Date
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Berlin
Germany

The German Addiction Congress is one of the most important and largest interdisciplinary events on drugs and addiction in Germany.

In 2025, the congress will take place for the 17th time – from September 22 to 24, 2025, in Berlin. This year's congress motto is:

“Going innovatively together”

The Drug Crisis Part 2: Where Do We Go?

Event Date
 - Online

The drug crisis is one of Canada’s most pressing issues and is impacting communities from coast to coast to coast. Ever wonder how it became a crisis or what can be done about it? Join us for a two-part webinar to explore and learn, featuring Dr. Alexander Caudarella, CEO of the Canadian Centre on Substance Use and Addiction.

Time: 5PM UK Time