Rasha Abi Hana

The Relationship Between Depressive Symptomatology and Alcohol Consumption in the Latin American Population Based on Gender and Age

Shared by Rasha Abi Hana - 12 November 2024
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Scientific article
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Villanueva-Blasco, V. J., Espitia-Cepeda, C., Vázquez-Martínez, A., Simó-Algado, S., & Amado, B. G. Relación entre depresión y consumo de alcohol en población latinoamericana en función del sexo y la edad. Acciones E Investigaciones Sociales, (46). Recuperado a partir de https://papiro.unizar.es/ojs/index.php/ais/article/view/11059

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The comorbidity between depression and alcohol consumption is a public health concern, affecting progression, treatment adherence, and outcomes. Alcohol use in Latin America exceeds the global average. This study examined the prevalence of depressive symptoms and risky alcohol consumption, considering gender and age, in 4,890 participants (ages 18-64) from six Latin American countries. Results showed women had higher risky alcohol consumption and more severe depressive symptoms than men. Younger adults (18-24) reported more depression symptoms. Women with risky alcohol consumption...

James Harvey

Buletin ISSUP - Edisi 182 (9 Oktober 2024)

Shared by James Harvey (ISSUP staff) - 9 Oktober 2024
Buletin ISSUP

Jangan lewatkan buletin terbaru kami untuk detail pertemuan dan kegiatan terbaru di Amerika Latin dan Afrika. Masalah ini juga mencakup informasi tentang cara mendapatkan keterampilan klinis tingkat lanjut dengan Kursus Mandiri UTC16.

Baca di sini: Edisi 182

 

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Barbara Correa

2ª Conferencia Anual de ISSUP Perú

Shared by Barbara Correa - 8 Oktober 2024
2nd Annual ISSUP Peru Conference

La 2ª Conferencia Anual de ISSUP Perú, celebrada del 26 al 27 de septiembre, fue un evento de gran relevancia para el desarrollo de estrategias de prevención y tratamiento de adicciones en el país. Este encuentro reunió a expertos nacionales e internacionales que abordaron temas críticos relacionados con la salud pública y la justicia.

Uno de los principales temas discutidos fue la justicia terapéutica para adolescentes con enfoque restaurativo, que busca brindar soluciones más humanas y efectivas en el manejo de adolescentes en conflicto con la ley en Perú, priorizando la rehabilitación...

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Barbara Correa

A Heartfelt Thanks to Samuel Bettiol: Chair of the ISSUP National Chapters Advisory Committee

Shared by Barbara Correa - 8 Oktober 2024
Advisory Committee recognition to Samuel Bettiol

On behalf of ISSUP, we would like to extend our deepest gratitude to Samuel Bettiol for his exceptional leadership and dedicated work as the Chair of the Advisory Committee for ISSUP National Chapters from September 2021 to 2024.

During his tenure, Samuel played a pivotal role in guiding and strengthening the efforts of ISSUP National Chapters across all regions, helping to foster collaboration and enhance the impact of ISSUP's mission globally. His commitment and vision have left a lasting mark on the Advisory Committee and on those he worked with during this period.

In recognition of...

Rasha Abi Hana

ISSUP POSTER FOR EUSPR 2024: Lessons Learned from the INEP Plus Spanish Language Version: Adapting Prevention Training for Spanish-Speaking Participants

Shared by Rasha Abi Hana - 25 September 2024
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Leaflet, Infographic, Fact sheet, Poster
Published by / Citation
Rasha Abi Hana , Rachele Donini, Jeff Lee, José Luis Benítez Villa

From September 11th to 13th, 2024, the International Society of Substance Use Professionals (ISSUP) participated in the European Society for Prevention Research (EUSPR) Conference held in Cremona, Italy.

The poster titled “Facilitators, Challenges, and Lessons Learnt from INEP Plus Spanish Language Version: Adapting Prevention Training for Spanish-Speaking Participants” and co-authored by Rasha Abi Hana, Rachele Donini, Jeff Lee, and José Luis Benítez Villa, highlighted findings from the Introduction to Evidence-Based Prevention (INEP) Plus Focus Group Discussions (FGDs) involving Spanish...

Rasha Abi Hana

THE WORLD DRUG REPORT 2024: Webinar for Civil Society

Shared by Rasha Abi Hana - 17 Juli 2024
Event Date
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Online

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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James Harvey

Niat untuk memperluas bab nasional di Brasil

Shared by James Harvey (ISSUP staff) - 15 Mei 2024
ISSUP Bab Nasional
International Society of Substance Use Professionals (ISSUP) ingin berbagi niatnya untuk memperluas Bab Nasional di Brasil untuk membangun dan memperkuat jaringan profesional pengurangan permintaan obat di Brasil.
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Rasha Abi Hana

People who use drugs engagement in substance use disorder services and harm reduction: evaluation, challenges and future direction of a community-based intervention

Shared by Rasha Abi Hana - 6 Mei 2024
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Scientific article
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Gleason-Comstock, J., Calhoun, C.B., Locke, B.J. et al. People who use drugs engagement in substance use disorder services and harm reduction: evaluation, challenges and future direction of a community-based intervention. Subst Abuse Treat Prev Policy 19, 24 (2024). https://doi.org/10.1186/s13011-024-00601-1

Background

Since 1996, an urban community-based organisation whose primary mission is to serve diverse94 and emerging community health needs has provided screening, testing, overdose prevention and training, referrals, and access to treatment for substance use disorders (SUD) and communicable diseases such as HIV through its Life Points harm reduction program.

Methods

As a partner in a State survey in 2021, the community organisation recruited a convenience sample of people who use drugs to participate in a survey focused on their substance use, healthcare, and barriers to SUD...

Rasha Abi Hana

Stimulants: Understanding Use, Impact, and Responses Reading List

Shared by Rasha Abi Hana - 26 Maret 2024
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Reading List

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...

Barbara Correa

8th International Freemind Congress

Shared by Barbara Correa - 13 Desember 2023
8th International Congress

The 8th International Freemind Congress was held from November 27 to December 2, the event was made up of a wide range of activities, trainings, conferences with plenary sessions, side events, and networking opportunities.

Some of the highlights of the event are the following:
- Over 1200 in-person participants
- Over 3000 people watched the Congress recordings
- Participants from 184 different municipalities nation wide, 23 different national states, 10 different countries

- 37 panel sessions
- Over 100 National Speakers
- 16 international Speakers

- 27 Panels about the National...

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James Harvey

Daftar Pelatihan Tatap Muka di Acara Global Thessaloniki 2024

Shared by James Harvey (ISSUP staff) - 28 November 2023
Acara Global 2024 akan diadakan di Thessaloniki, Yunani antara 24 & 28 Juni 2024. Acara ini diselenggarakan oleh ISSUP dan ISSUP Yunani, INL, Pusat Pencegahan Kecanduan, Promosi Kesehatan Psikososial SEIRIOS dan ICUDDR. Acara ini akan berlangsung di pusat bersejarah Thessaloniki, di lokasi 'Pusat Pameran & Kongres Internasional TIF-HELEXPO' dan ruang konferensi sekitarnya di museum dan lembaga sosial.
Kami sangat senang mengumumkan bahwa pendaftaran untuk sesi pelatihan tatap muka di Acara Global Thessaloniki 2024 sekarang sudah tayang!
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Rasha Abi Hana

Forum Internasional NIDA 2024: Panggilan untuk Abstrak Poster Penelitian dan Permintaan Penghargaan Perjalanan

Shared by Rasha Abi Hana - 20 November 2023
NIDA forum
Event Date
Location:
Montreal
Kanada

Program Internasional NIDA akan mempertemukan peserta dari seluruh dunia untuk Forum Internasional NIDA 2024 secara langsung, yang akan diadakan 14-17 Juni di Montreal, Kanada.

 

Simposium penelitian Forum, sesi poster, dan kegiatan...

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Rasha Abi Hana

2024 NIDA International Forum: Call for Research Poster Abstracts and Travel Award Requests

Shared by Rasha Abi Hana - 8 November 2023
NIDA
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News
Published by / Citation
NIDA

Call for Research Poster Abstract Submissions and Travel Award Requests

Submission Deadline: January 14, 2024

Present your international drug use and addiction research during the 2024 NIDA International Forum, which will be held June 14–17, 2024, in Montreal, Canada. 

The NIDA International Program invites research poster abstract submissions and travel award applications from researchers around the world. Join for the Forum research symposium, interactive workshops, the poster session, and networking activities. 

 2024 FORUM SUBMISSION AND REGISTRATION SCHEDULE 

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James Harvey

National Chapters General Meeting 2023

Shared by James Harvey (ISSUP staff) - 6 November 2023
National Chapters
ISSUP hosted a General National Chapters meeting on October 26, 2023. This meeting was held online and formed part of a bi-annual call for ISSUP National Chapters around the world.
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Rasha Abi Hana

Introducing our new "Prevention Lists" resource!

Shared by Rasha Abi Hana - 6 November 2023
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We are excited to announce the latest addition to our Professional Development section—a dedicated area called "Prevention Lists." This resource is tailored for those keen on exploring evidence-based prevention programs and accessing information about effective prevention interventions.

Within this section, you will find a curated collection of resources, all of which have been developed by esteemed organisations specialising in the curation and evaluation of prevention practices.

We value the wealth of knowledge and insights within our ISSUP community. Therefore, we invite all our...

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