All Resources for 'Medical, Clinical & Healthcare Services'

Older Adults in Treatment for Alcohol Use Disorders: Service Utilisation, Patient Characteristics and Treatment Outcomes

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Scientific article
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Treatment
Treatment Settings
Addiction

Abstract

Background

In western countries demographic changes are leading to an ageing society. Consequently, the number of older adults with alcohol use disorders (AUDs) will rise and the demand of treatment is likely to increase. However...

Mindfulness for Chronic Pain and Prescription Opioid Misuse

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Scientific article
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Treatment
Treatment Settings
Addiction
Mental Health

Opioid medication for chronic pain can be an effective treatment. Most patients take the medication as prescribed, however some individuals can become addicted to the drug, leading to opioid misuse. Prescription opioid misuse is a...

The Great Opportunity for Substance Use Prevention and Treatment Professionals

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News
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Prevention
Treatment
Treatment Settings
Populations
Men
Women

To work in the substance abuse field, is at the same time, the big challenge and a great opportunity for growing, helping people and making a difference in the world.

The Hubert h. Humphrey Fellowship Program is a great opportunity for...

Benzodiazepine Use Is High while Use Disorder Rates Are Low

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Scientific article
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Treatment
Treatment Settings
Addiction
Public Health
Mental Health
Data

Benzodiazepines, such as sedatives and sleeping aids, are a widely prescribed group of medicines designed for short-term treatment. Although most people manage benzodiazepines as prescribed, some individuals misuse the drugs and can develop...

History of Child Sexual Abuse among Women Consuming Illicit Substances in Mexico City

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Scientific article
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Treatment
Treatment Settings
Psychoactive Substances
Populations
Women

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Introduction:

Child sexual abuse (CSA) is a pervasive problem that has been linked to numerous developmental, social, health, and substance use consequences. Nevertheless, the relationship between CSA and the consumption of...

Integrated Mapping of Local Mental Health Systems in Central Chile

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Scientific article
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Mental Health

[ABSTRACT]. Objective. To describe the availability of local mental health (MH) services in small MH catchment areas in Central Chile, using a bottom-up approach. Methods. MH services of 19 small MH catchment areas in five health districts...

The Importance of Social Interaction in Preventing Addictive Behaviour

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Scientific article
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Prevention
Treatment
Treatment Settings
Addiction

Negative social interactions and isolation have been linked with heightened risk of drug self-administration and relapse, whereas positive social interactions can act as a protective factor against substance abuse.

Researchers show that when given a choice, rats repeatedly choose social interaction over self-administration of heroin or methamphetamine.
Researchers show, that when given a choice, rats repeatedly choose social interaction over self-administration of heroin or methamphetamine.

Recent research...

Field Guide to Drug Demand Reduction Program Development, 3rd ed.

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Book
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Prevention
Treatment
Treatment Settings
Addiction
Policy Advocacy
Policy
Law Enforcement
Police 
Supply & Market Disruption
Regulatory Control of Substances
Responding to Drug-Related Offending 

The Field Guide to Drug Demand Reduction (DDR) Program Development is an annual publication by the U.S. Department of State primarily for its Embassy personnel abroad to guide in the development of substance use prevention and treatment...