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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." 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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ISSUP Nigeria tasks tertiary institutions on incorporating related programmes in curriculum

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The International Society of Substance Use Professionals have tasked Nigerian Universities, to integrate addiction-related programmes in their Coursework to help prevent the use of illicit drugs.
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Contribute to the 2024 CND Mid-term Review

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RESPOND TO THE ONLINE CONSULTATION

 

The global survey 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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Kêu gọi tóm tắt

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Sự kiện toàn cầu ISSUP 2024 sẽ được tổ chức tại Thessaloniki, Hy Lạp từ ngày 24 đến ngày 28 tháng 6 năm 2024. Việc gửi bản tóm tắt hiện đang mở cho đến ngày 31 tháng 12 năm 2023 và chúng tôi đang mời đóng góp từ các chuyên gia về phòng ngừa sử dụng chất kích thích, giảm tác hại, điều trị và hỗ trợ phục hồi, cũng như những người làm việc với các nhóm dân số dễ bị tổn thương. Cho dù bạn có phải là một học giả hay không, chúng tôi hoan nghênh các bài nộp của bạn.
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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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Techie's Secret Weapon: Stimulants and Drugs

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In the tech industry, there is a growing problem with the use of stimulants and drugs to improve productivity. Many techies feel like they need to use these substances to keep up with the demands of their work.

There are several reasons why techies might turn to stimulants and drugs. One reason is that the tech industry is very competitive. Techies are constantly under pressure to meet deadlines and produce high-quality work. This can lead to stress and anxiety, which can make it difficult to focus and concentrate. Stimulants and drugs can help to improve focus and concentration, which can...

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Sports Betting and Depression among Youths in the SouthSouth Region of Nigeria

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Uzobo, E., Scent, G. A. T., Moroyei, B. O., & Owutuamor, E. F. (2023). Sports betting and depression among youths in the South-South region of Nigeria. Adiktologie, 23(2), 145–157. https://doi.org/10.35198/01-2023-001-0001

BACKGROUND: It has been noted that those addicted to gambling are at a high risk of developing mental health problems such as depression.

AIMS: This study was designed to determine the effect of participating in sports betting on depression of young people in Nigeria.

METHODS: This study adopted a cross-sectional respondent-driven approach to study 286 youths who have engaged in sports betting in Nigeria, using Yenagoa city in Bayelsa State as a case study from September to November 2020. Primary data for this study was sourced mainly through the use of a questionnaire, while data collected...

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Bi-Monthly Webinar: ISSUP Nigeria Knowledge Update Series (Nineteenth Session)

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ISSUP Nigeria would like to invite you to their next Bi-monthly Webinar in the Knowledge Update Series. This Webinar will be on the topic of 'Community support system of care for people in recovery'.
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Bi-Monthly Webinar: ISSUP Nigeria Knowledge Update Series (Eighteenth Session)

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ISSUP Nigeria are pleased to present their next Bi-Monthly Webinar in the Knowledge Update Series. This Webinar will focus on the topic 'Driving change through addiction prevention advocacy: Strategies for lasting impact and effective messaging'.
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Hội thảo trên web hai tháng một lần: Chuỗi cập nhật kiến thức ISSUP Nigeria (Phiên thứ mười tám)

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ISSUP Nigeria muốn mời bạn tham dự Hội thảo trên web hai tháng một lần tiếp theo của họ trong Chuỗi cập nhật kiến thức. Hội thảo trên web này sẽ tập trung vào chủ đề 'Thúc đẩy sự thay đổi thông qua vận động phòng chống nghiện: Chiến lược tạo tác động lâu dài và thông điệp hiệu quả'.
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Điểm nổi bật từ Báo cáo Ma túy Thế giới năm 2023 của UNODC

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Tham gia Hội thảo trên web sắp tới của chúng tôi trình bày những điểm nổi bật từ ấn bản năm 2023 của Báo cáo Ma túy Thế giới UNODC.
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WHO Expert Committee on Drug Dependence (ECDD) Information Repository

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On Thursday, June 1st, the WHO launched the Expert Committee on Drug Dependence (ECDD) Information Repository, which provides health professionals and drug policy experts with a single searchable database to freely access all technical reports on over 450 substances reviewed by the ECDD.
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Stigma, Family and Community

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ISSUP are pleased to present the Second Session in the Webinar Series on Stigma and Substance Use. The Second Session will be hosted by ISSUP Nigeria on the topic of 'Stigma, Family and Community'.
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Determinants of cigarette smoking and smoking frequency among women of reproductive age in Nigeria: evidence from a nationwide cross-sectional survey

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Ogbuabor, D.C., Ogbuabor, A.O. & Igwe, M.C. Determinants of cigarette smoking and smoking frequency among women of reproductive age in Nigeria: evidence from a nationwide cross-sectional survey. Subst Abuse Treat Prev Policy 18, 20 (2023). https://doi.org/10.1186/s13011-023-00530-5

Background

In the entire world, smoking is a major contributor to preventable deaths and years of life with a disability. Nevertheless, little is known about the factors that influence women's smoking habits. This study evaluated the factors that influence smoking and smoking frequency among Nigerian women of reproductive age.

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This study uses information from the 2018 Nigeria Demographic and Health Survey (NDHS) (n = 41,821). The data were adjusted for sampling weight, stratification, and cluster sampling design. Smoking status and frequency (daily and occasional...

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Bi-Monthly Webinar: ISSUP Nigeria Knowledge Update Series (Seventeenth Session)

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ISSUP Nigeria would like to invite you to their next Bi-Monthly Webinar in the Knowledge Update Series. The topic of this webinar is 'Mental health and substance abuse'. 
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