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Almost a fifth more alcohol is sold per adult in Scotland than in England and Wales. It is believed 1 in 4 people drink at hazardous or harmful levels and in 2016 alone there were over 1,200 alcohol-related deaths in Scotland.
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It is already expected that alcohol and other drugs lead the person to the path of violence, but recently this was proven through a study of the group of the University of São Paulo Medical School (USP). They published results of a survey...
It is already expected that alcohol and other drugs lead the person to a path of violence, but recently this was proven through research by a group from the School of Medicine of the University of São Paulo (USP). They published the results...
Substance use is one way that people deal with the difficult symptoms present in mood and anxiety disorders. As people become more reliant on the effects of the substances to relieve distress the use can develop into dependence. Self‐medica...
Illicit drug use disorder is one of the most stigmatised health conditions in the world. Stigmatisation is the mark of shame, disgrace or disapproval. It can affect people’s self-esteem and confidence, help disrupt their family...
Question: Does a lay health worker–delivered psychological intervention improve symptoms of depression and anxiety in Zimbabwe?
Findings: In a cluster randomized clinical trial of 573 randomized patients with common mental...
Hepatitis C is a highly infectious blood-borne virus that affects the cells of the liver causing inflammation. Although many people with the virus may have no symptoms at all people can experience jaundice, depression, fatigue, skin...
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...
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...