The relationship between mental health disorders and substance use and integrated approaches.
Mental Health
Mindfulness, Cravings and Alcohol Demand
Young adults between the ages of 18 and 24 who are in college are more likely, compared to their non-college peers, to drink to excess. College drinking remains a significant public health concern with consequences including poorer academic...
How Alcohol Can Change How Memories Are Formed
Consuming alcohol often comes with negative side effects, such as nausea or headaches, however we have a tendency to remember the positive experience of drinking rather than the negative consequences. Understanding how alcohol influences...
The Cannabinoid Receptor 1 Associates with NMDA Receptors to Produce Glutamatergic Hypofunction: Implications in Psychosis and Schizophrenia
The endocannabinoid system is widespread throughout the central nervous system and its type 1 receptor (CB1) plays a crucial role in preventing the neurotoxicity caused by activation of glutamate N-methyl-D-aspartate receptors (NMDARs)...
Sex Differences in Cannabis Use
Cannabis remains the most commonly used illicit drug worldwide and, with the rise of decriminalisation and legalization of marijuana for medical and recreational use, it is expected this will increase even further. There are, however...
Report on the State of Public Health in Canada 2018: Preventing Problematic Substance Use in Youth
The Public Health Agency of Canada has released its latest report on the state of public health, with a spotlight on the prevention of problematic substance use among youth. Results from the analysis found that almost 80% of Canadians aged...
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.
Addiction & the Family International Network Conference
Adfam is hosting its first Addiction & the Family International Network conference from Friday 9th November until Sunday 11th November.
The purpose of the event is to promote research, policy and practice in support of the wellbeing of family members affected by another person’s addiction to alcohol, drugs or gambling.
The conference, which will take place in Newcastle, will provide opportunities to:
Educational Packages for Opioid Use Disorders
The Addiction Technology Transfer Center Network has released a set of educational packages that can be used by professionals working with individuals with opioid disorders. Online booklets, which have been specially designed for peer...
2018 NDARC Annual Research Symposium - Presentations
A number of presentations from the 2018 NDARC Annual Research Symposium, which was held on Monday, 8 October 2018, have been made available. The theme of the event was C linical, community and policy responses to emerging problems in drug...
