Rasha Abi Hana

Challenges in substance use treatment as perceived by professionals and Arabic-speaking refugees in Germany

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Saleh, E.A., Klapprott, F., Heinz, A. et al. Challenges in substance use treatment as perceived by professionals and Arabic-speaking refugees in Germany. Subst Abuse Treat Prev Policy 18, 69 (2023). https://doi.org/10.1186/s13011-023-00576-5

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This study explores substance use (SU) and substance use disorders (SUDs) among Arabic-speaking refugees in Germany. The research investigates the challenges and experiences related to SU treatment from the perspectives of both refugees and professionals.

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Qualitative interviews were conducted with 26 participants, including 13 refugees and 13 professionals, between 2020 and 2021 in Berlin. Refugees, aged 21 to 52, were individually interviewed in rehabilitation centers, with an average of 6.3 years in Germany. Professionals, aged 22 to 66 with 5 to 9 years of experience...

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Foro Internacional NIDA 2024: Convocatoria para resúmenes de pósteres de investigación y solicitudes de premios de viaje

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El Programa Internacional del NIDA reunirá a asistentes de todo el mundo para el Foro Internacional del NIDA(link is external) 2024, que se celebrará del 14 al 17 de junio en Montreal, Canadá.

 

El simposio de investigación del Foro, la sesión de pósteres...

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

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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 

  • Submit Abstracts and...
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Reunión General de Capítulos Nacionales 2023

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El 26 de octubre de 2023, ISSUP organizó una reunión de Capítulos Nacionales Generales. Esta reunión se llevó a cabo en línea y formó parte de una convocatoria bianual para los Capítulos Nacionales de ISSUP en todo el mundo.
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Introducing our new "Prevention Lists" resource!

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We are excited to announce the latest addition to our Professional Development section—a dedicated area called "Prevention Lists(link is external)." 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 members...

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Contribute to the 2024 CND Mid-term Review

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RESPOND TO THE ONLINE CONSULTATION(link is external)

 

The global survey(link is external) is part of a broader consultation process in preparation for the 2024 Mid-term review of the Commission on Narcotic Drugs. It aims to gather inputs from NGOs working on drug policy issues around the world.

By participating in the survey, you will contribute to a collective civil society voice that will be presented prior to the 67th CND and other relevant fora. Your responses will inform the development of a civil society report that will be jointly published by VNGOC & NYNGOC in 2024.

The survey is currently available in English and...

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Convocatoria de resúmenes

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El Evento Global ISSUP 2024 se llevará a cabo en Tesalónica, Grecia, entre el 24 y el 28 de junio de 2024. El envío de resúmenes está abierto hasta el 31 de diciembre de 2023, y estamos invitando a las contribuciones de profesionales de la prevención del consumo de sustancias, la reducción de daños, el tratamiento y el apoyo a la recuperación, así como a aquellos que trabajan con poblaciones vulnerables. Tanto si eres académico como si no, damos la bienvenida a tus presentaciones.
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Wellness in Recovery: Reading List

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The journey of recovery from substance use and mental health challenges is a profound and transformative experience. The effective integration of wellness into recovery services across care systems stands as a pivotal element in addressing substance misuse and its associated consequences. Wellness, with its holistic approach, holds great promise for enhancing the overall recovery experience and improving outcomes.
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Congreso Anual de ISAM Marrakech, Marruecos, 2 de noviembre

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25º Congreso Anual de la Sociedad Internacional de Medicina de la Adicción que se celebrará en Marrakech, Marruecos , del 2 al 4 de noviembre de 2023.

La conferencia ISAM Marrakesh 2023 coincidirá con el 25º aniversario de ISAM...

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Nueva coalición mundial lanzada para abordar las amenazas de las drogas sintéticas

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On July 7, 2023, U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken hosted a virtual Ministerial-level meeting to launch a Global Coalition to address Synthetic Drug Threats
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El 7 de julio de 2023, el Secretario de Estado de los Estados Unidos, Antony Blinken, organizó una reunión virtual a nivel ministerial para lanzar una Coalición Global para abordar las amenazas de las drogas sintéticas.
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Aspectos destacados del Informe Mundial sobre Drogas 2023 de la UNODC

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Participe en nuestro próximo seminario web en el que se presentarán los aspectos más destacados de la edición 2023 del Informe Mundial sobre las Drogas de la UNODC.
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Repositorio de información del Comité de Expertos en Farmacodependencia de la OMS (ECDD)

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El jueves 1 de junio, la OMS lanzó el Repositorio de Información del Comité de Expertos en Farmacodependencia (ECDD), que proporciona a los profesionales de la salud y expertos en políticas de drogas una única base de datos de búsqueda para acceder libremente a todos los informes técnicos sobre más de 450 sustancias revisadas por el ECDD.
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Repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) is associated with increased abstinence in substance use disorders and comorbid depression

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BACKGROUND: Substance use disorders (SUDs) are associated with high rates of comorbid depression. Finding effective treatments for many of the substances of abuse is still an area of developing research. Repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) is an established treatment for depression, but its effects in SUDs are less conclusive. Therefore, we aimed to investigate the effect of rTMS in patients with SUDs and comorbid major depressive disorder (MDD).

METHODS: We conducted a retrospective observational study of 55 patients with SUDs and comorbid MDD who were eligible for rTMS...

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Epidemiological Study of Suicidal Ideation and Suicidal Behaviour Among Patients with Substance Use Disorders in a Rehabilitation and Treatment Centre for Addiction in Dubai

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BACKGROUND: Suicide is considered a severe global phenomenon as near to 700,000 people die annually as a result of suicidal behaviours. Suicide is a major public health problem among patients with a substance use disorder.

AIM: To determine the prevalence of suicidal ideation/behaviours and to investigate the factors associated with this problem among a selected sample of patients with a substance use disorder (SUD) in a specialised centre for treatment and rehabilitation for addiction in Dubai.

METHODS: An observational cross-sectional study design was used to collect data from the target...

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Estudio epidemiológico de la ideación suicida y el comportamiento suicida entre pacientes con trastornos por consumo de sustancias en un centro de rehabilitación y tratamiento de adicciones en Dubái

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Muneer, A., Abdemaqsoud, S. H., Foad, W., & Zidan, M. (2022). Epidemiological study of suicidal ideation and suicidal behaviour among patients with substance use disorders in a rehabilitation and treatment centre for addiction in Dubai. Adiktologie, 22(3), 172–183. https://doi.org/10.35198/01-2022-003-0002
El suicidio se considera un fenómeno mundial grave, ya que cerca de 700.000 personas mueren anualmente como resultado de conductas suicidas. El suicidio es un importante problema de salud pública entre los pacientes con un trastorno por consumo de sustancias.
AddictologyIssue 3/2022
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