Addiction

Families, substance use and mental health: Report and Toolkit

Book
Dual diagnosis is the term used to describe people with mental health problems, who also misuse drugs or alcohol. People affected by dual diagnosis often fall through the cracks of public services, and so do their families. Those cracks are...

Addiction and the Family International Network

News
The AFINet Webinars cover a range of topics related to Addiction and the Family. The programme for 2021 is below. Participation in each webinar is free, but to join, you MUST register beforehand. For each Webinar that you are interested in...

The 2021 ICUDDR Virtual Conference- Call for Proposals

News
The 2021 ICUDDR Virtual Conference will be held July 20 & 21, 2021. At this time, we are seeking proposals for this online event. Deadline is February 26, 2021. Call for Proposals ICUDDR is soliciting proposals for presentations at our...

Use of Technology in Psychosocial Treatment for Methamphetamine Use

Video and audio recordings
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This webinar describes how telephone, mHealth (text-messaging and apps), and computer-based interventions are used in the treatment of methamphetamine use. Key elements of the webinar include the research supporting each modality...

Principles of Care for Young Adults With Substance Use Disorders

Scientific article
Researchers from the Grayken Center for Addiction at Boston Medical Center have published a series of articles in the Pediatrics journal addressing the six principles of care for young adults with substance use disorders. The aim of the...

Faculty of Addictions Psychiatry Annual Conference 2021

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Online

Join the Royal College of Psychiatrists for their annual scientific conference, with the latest research and service developments.

The Faculty of Addictions Psychiatry is inviting poster submissions for our online conference on 29-30 April 2021.

All submissions will be reviewed ahead of the conference and successful authors will then be invited to present their work as an online poster.

Overcoming Stigma Through Language: A Primer

Guide
Stigma is a significant barrier to wellness and good health for people who use substances. The goal of this primer is to facilitate conversations and increase awareness of the stigma surrounding people who use substances, their support...