Learn about global drug trends from the authors of the World Drug Report 2024!
UNODC experts will present the World Drug Report 2024, giving an overview of the latest developments and diving into the most up-to-date global data. In the...
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(ISSUP staff) - 1 يوليو 2024
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A global reference on drug markets, trends and policy developments, the World Drug Report offers a wealth of data and analysis and in 2024 comprises several elements tailored to different audiences.
Stimulants are a class of drugs that act on the central nervous system, increasing alertness, energy, and attention while elevating mood. They achieve these effects by enhancing the activity of neurotransmitters such as dopamine and norepinephrine in the brain.
Many stimulant-related hazards are linked to intensive, high-dose, or long-term usage. The mode of administration plays a significant moderating role; injecting stimulants and smoking crack cocaine or methamphetamine have been specifically associated with more problematic use behaviours. Even people who use stimulants sporadically or...
On December 5, 2023, the official launch of the ISSUP Panama National Chapter took place at the headquarters of the National Commission for the Study and Prevention of Drugs (CONAPRED) in Panama.
This event was attended by Ms. Jissel Maití, Executive Secretary of CONAPRED, Mr. Ruben Farje, OAS representative in Panama, Andrea Escobar from the CICAD/OAS Drug Demand Reduction Unit, representatives of the Board of Directors of the Panamanian chapter headed by Calixta de Balmaceda representing Cruz Blanca Panameña and Bárbara Correa, Regional Coordinator of National Chapters of ISSUP in Latin...