Treatment Settings

As the first quarter of 2025 comes to an end, the ISSUP Philippine Chapter continues to strengthen its partnerships and broaden its influence across national and international platforms. The past months have been marked by crucial...

Background Cognitive deficits are common in patients with substance use disorder (SUD) and can impact treatment outcomes. The Repeatable Battery for the Assessment of Neuropsychological Status (RBANS) is a widely used tool that could help...

In response to the emerging recognition of the need for Evidence-Based Practices (EBPs) for treating PSUDs, the Universal Treatment Curriculum (UTC) was conceptualized as a training series that is being conducted globally. This study delved...

This study investigates the effectiveness of Habit Reversal Training (HRT) in reducing vaping behavior and improving associated psychological outcomes, such as depression, anxiety, and stress, among university students. Four hypotheses were...

Addiction and obesity share similar neurological pathways, both linked to compulsive behaviors and the brain's reward system. Research has highlighted the potential of GLP-1 receptor agonists, originally developed for diabetes, to help...

Researchers at Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) have developed a new version of a medication for opioid use disorder that could offer longer-lasting treatment. Current medications for opioid addiction often require daily doses, but...

My Reflections as a Youth Leader in Prevention: The Journey so far

Rotary International supports various Rotary Action Groups (RAGs), including the Rotary Action Group for Addiction Prevention (RAG AP). However, RAGs cannot directly approach clubs and must rely on District Governors and Service Chairs, a process that has proven ineffective. As a result, many Rotarians engaged in substance use prevention may not even be aware that RAG AP exists.