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Welcome to the fortnightlyAberdeen City Alcohol and Drugs Partnership
(ADP) E-Update
www.aberdeencityadp.org.uk
ISSUE: 18th March 2015
* FEATURE * LATEST NEWS * EVENTS * STUDY & TRAINING * VACANCIES * RESOURCES & PUBLICATIONS *
INTRODUCTION
Welcome to the ADP E-Update! In this edition, we lead with the announcement that applications are now open for the third year of the Young STAND Awards. Young STAND is an innovative scheme aimed at rewarding projects in Scotland that help prevent children and young people from misusing alcohol and other drugs.
If you are a service provider or charity, are involved with a local project/event, or simply have an interest in any particular subject that you’d like featured in the E-Update, then the ADP want to hear from you! We’d also like to conduct occasional brief interviews with people working in the sector locally, those who have been affected by substance misuse issues, family members or people in recovery. So get in touch and get some exposure in the E-Update, which goes out to a wide readership of professionals, service users and people in recovery.
Similarly, if you have any news items or events that you’d like included in the E-update please contact us. The deadline for items to be included is midday on the Tuesday before the E-update gets circulated on Wednesday fortnightly. The next issue is due out on Wednesday 1st April 2015.
The ADP commits non–recurring funds towards community project initiatives in line with both its alcohol and drug strategies, and in 2015 we hope to feature more of the excellent work that these projects do.We also hope to introduce another phase of funding in 2015 so if you are interested please keep an eye on the ADP website - aberdeencityadp.org.uk/vacancies-and-funding
Your feedback is also very important - if you wish to make any comments about the E-update please contact Ian Reid - ADP Information Officer. Wherever possible we will incorporate any feedback to enhance the effectiveness of this E-update.
Should you wish to be removed from our circulation list please also contact Ian Reid - ADP Information Officer.
FINALLY! – Please follow Aberdeen City ADP on Facebook & Twitter for daily updates and news concerning alcohol & drug related topics!
Thanks for reading
The ADP Support Team
FEATURE
Mentor Scotland and SCPHRP are excited to announce that applications are now open for the third year of the Young STAND Awards!
Young STAND is an innovative awards scheme aimed at rewarding projects in Scotland that help prevent children and young people from misusing alcohol and other drugs. We believe that these projects deserve recognition for their hard work and support to continue making a difference to young people’s lives across the country.
Awards will be made in two categories: projects in schools and projects in the community. We are looking for projects that have young people at the heart of their development and/or delivery, through contributing ideas, developing materials or delivering the project to peers.
Successful applicants will be invited to show a video presentation of their project at an awards ceremony at the Traverse Theatre, Edinburgh, on 8th June. The two winners will receive a cash prize of £1000 to develop their project, as well as mentoring and evaluation support.
Want to learn more?
You can read all about the Young STAND Awards, the application process, and find out about prizes here: http://www.mentoruk.org.uk/current-projects/young-stand-awards-2015/.
You can also sign up to the STAND mailing list to receive updates - including being the first to know when audience tickets become available here: http://www.scphrp.ac.uk/get-updates/.
Please forward this information to any relevant projects and spread the word!
LATEST NEWS
The Methadone MemoirsThe Scottish Recovery Consortium is now running a new project to learn more about the reality of methadone use and recovery in Scotland.The Methadone Memoirs is gathering lived experience of methadone prescription, treatment and use in Scotland for the first time.All experiences are worth hearing we think. Are you a person in recovery who has experience of using methadone? A friend or family member who has supported someone while they use methadone? A pharmacist? A treatment provider? We would like to hear from you!How do I take part in The Methadone Memoirs?You can take part in an online interview through this website. To do that now, click hereOr, you can email them us directly using this email address [email protected] can contact us through our Twitter profile too @methadonememoir
Fake heroin MORE dangerous than illegal drug Drug dealers are cooking up fake heroin which is more dangerous than its illegal counterpart.Crooks are creating new - cheaper - substances which mimic the effects of heroin and selling them to city junkies. Addicts who buy a £10 bag think they're getting heroin, with a purity of around 4%.But in fact, they are using a potentially-lethal mixture of drugs they have never heard of. Bags from the same batch of synthetic opioids can contain hugely different, and totally unpredictable, chemical combinations.One drugs worker, who supports addicts in Glasgow, said: "Drug dealing is about making money. Dealers sell the cheapest product so they can to make the maximum profit. If they can add something cheap to the gear, they are going to do it. They don't know what's in the stuff they're selling and they don't care."
Limit bar licenses to cut alcohol related violence, says Britain's most senior police officerAlcohol related violence could be cut by limiting the number of licenses issued to bars and pubs, according to Britain’s most senior police officer.Sir Bernard Hogan-Howe said 80 per cent of arrests in the evening were drink-related, and more had to be done to control the supply of alcohol.“We need to make sure there is good control of the supply of alcohol,” the Commissioner of the Metropolitan Police said in a speech to the Royal Society of Arts in London on the future of policing.
Cocaine report finds use has spread throughout UK societyACMD says two-tier market has emerged, with trade in cheaper, low-purity drug running parallel with a smaller one in more expensive version of higher purity.Cocaine use, once the preserve of celebrities and the wealthy, has spread throughout British society into its suburbs, high rises and inner city council estates, drug advisers say.A report by the government’s advisory council on the misuse of drugs (ACMD) found that although consumption of the drug had fallen slightly from a peak in 2008/09, its use has permeated through a wide social demographic that includes the middle classes and those on lower incomes. This has been driven by the emergence of a two tier market; very low-purity, cheaper cocaine, in parallel with a smaller trade in a more expensive version of higher purity.
No let-up in drive to combat 'legal highs'Two groups of dangerous ‘legal highs’ were today (11th March) banned by the Coalition Government.The stimulant compound drug 4,4’-DMAR, which is linked to the deaths of more than 20 people in the UK, mainly Northern Ireland, and the synthetic opioid MT-45, have both been outlawed as Class A substances.It is part of a concerted range of action taken by the government to respond to the challenges caused by new psychoactive substances (NPS) – known as ‘legal highs’.This action includes developing proposals for a general ban on NPS following a recommendation by an expert panel commissioned by the Home Office.
New mind-altering drugs being detected at a rate of two PER WEEKNew Psychoactive Drugs are being detected in Europe at a rate of two per week, new data from the EU drugs agency has revealed.According to the EMCDDA, a total of 101 new mind-altering substances – known as ‘designer drugs’ were reported last year – up from 81 in 2013.A total of 450 such substances are now being monitored by the agency – with more than half of that figure being identified in the last three years.Fake cannabis-like drugs and synthetic speed or ecstasy-type pills (of the type formerly sold in Irish ‘head shops’) accounted for almost two thirds of the new drugs uncovered.BLOGS, COMMENT & OPINION
Recovery stories reduce ‘addict’ stigma and ease social reintegration More media stories of addiction being successfully treated would reduce stigma and ease social reintegration and recovery, suggests this innovative study. Reading just one such story made a national US sample more willing to work with former dependent users of illicit heroin or prescription painkillers and accept them into their families.
Measuring recovery: moving to agreement‘You’re all going to hate the word ‘recovery’ by the end of this’’: Service users’ views of measuring addiction recovery is a research paper by myself and colleagues published in Drugs Education Prevention Policy (2015; 22(1): 26-34 ). The quote was given by ‘Sean’ half way through an ex-user focus group.
What is recovery? Five classes of recovering individualsRecovery, as defined by the Betty Ford Institute Consensus Panel, refers to “a voluntarily maintained lifestyle characterized by sobriety, personal health, and citizenship.” However, there are many paths to recovery and ways in which it is conceptualized. Some may define it as a reduction in drug and alcohol use so as to not disrupt daily functioning while others may not identify as being in recovery at all despite long-term abstinence following a past issue with substance misuse. Understanding these different recovery dimensions from the perspectives of those with first-hand experience can inform national and international recovery agendas and policies.Recovery - Five TypologiesHow to Dig for the Deeper Meaning in Substance UseThere's more than one way to practice addiction psychotherapy. As our understanding of the biopsychosocial complexity of addiction evolves, the best clinicians continuously strive to incorporate new developments in theory and technique into their practices. While it is assumed that a practicing clinician will have mastered the use of relapse prevention and motivational interviewing techniques, the ability to combine these basic addiction therapy approaches with more nuanced psychotherapeutic advances that have developed independently of addiction practice gives clinicians an ability to dig deeper and go further with patients. Dr Judy Levitz provides a master class on the incorporation of psychoanalytic principles and techniques in working with addictive disorders.
How I Empower myself by Admitting I’m Powerless over Addiction“I choose to identify as an alcoholic and addict, to keep me in touch with the reality of where using these substances took me. Being reminded of this reality has special purpose for me because I drank, used, and engaged in other dangerous activities to escape reality.One of the primary objectives of my recovery and wellness today—just as it was day one sober—is to learn how to more effectively live in reality”.
For daily links to drug and alcohol news follow Aberdeen City ADP on & or visitDrugScope Daily or DB Recovery Resources
EVENTS
Aberdeen in Recovery (Air) HubEvery Saturday 10am – 1pm at The Foyer, Marywell Street, AberdeenAberdeen in Recovery (AiR) runs a hub café every Saturday in the city centre for people recovering from alcohol and drug misuse.The AiR Hub events allow people to socialise freely in an alcohol and drug-free environment.AiR works alongside other health and professional bodies in the community to promote and give hope to others by showing what is possible.As well as serving a selection of refreshments, butteries, rolls and pancakes, guest speakers and other activities also take place within the sessions. These range from advice on healthy eating, to yoga and relaxation tips.The Hub runs every Saturday from 10am to 1pm. Everyone in recovery, or interested in recovery from alcohol or drug misuse is welcome.
ORT, Recovery and Me MeetingsVarious Dates/VenuesComing off Opiate Replacement Therapies like methadone and suboxone is going to get easier. From Monday 23rd February a new chain of mutual aid meetings has opened in Scotland. 8 ORT Recovery meetings are opening as part of a national pilot scheme being organised by the SRC in partnership with recovery communities in Scotland.The goal of these new ORT recovery mutual aid meetings is the same as any other - to help more people live a drug free life. Only this mutual aid meeting focuses on the experience of coming off this prescribed medication. The lived experience of recovery from ORT will be heard at these meetings and people who have "walked their ORT recovery talk" will be on hand to answer questions and help other people start or unstick their own recovery journey.
Salvation Army Addictions Support Activities2nd February – 25th May 2015To assist those with drugs/alcohol issues move on with their lives and find meaningful employment.It may not be possible to contact individuals to inform of cancellations so please call 01224 579370 to check if sessions are running.No activities on 2nd March, Easter Monday 5th April and 4th May 2015.
Penumbra POWWOWs – Workshops on WellbeingVarious Dates from March – May 2015, Rosemount Learning Centre, AberdeenWhat is a POWWOW? POWWOWs are workshops on wellbeing. A group of people with a shared interest in a particular area of wellbeing come together to share knowledge and experience. The groups particularly focus on exploring tips, ideas and practical steps that can be taken to improve wellbeing in the chosen area.Feel Better - Feel Healthier - Work Together - Feel in Control - Have Fun - Learn from Others - Be More Confident - Do More
National Hepatitis C Patient Forum20th March 2015 - SDF office, GlasgowHave your say - Have you been diagnosed with Hepatitis C? Join our National Forum and raise issues, discuss experiences and find out about opportunities.Time: 11:30 am until 3:30pm Venue: SDF office, 91 Mitchell Street, First Floor, Glasgow, G1 3LNHow to get involved: Contact Lesley at Hepatitis Scotland, or Petra at the Hepatitis C Trust to say you are coming along or for more information.Lesley: Telephone 0141 225 0419, email [email protected] or text 07771 561890.Petra: Telephone 0131 777 0989, email [email protected] or text 07742 407839If you cannot attend but would like to raise a topic for discussion, or to receive updates, please also contact us.
Narcotics Anonymous Public Information Open Day17th April 2015 – Kinning Park Complex, GlasgowNarcotics Anonymous are having a Public Information Open Day that is aimed, primarily, at professionals who work with individuals with Addiction Issues. We would like to invite you and your team to get an understanding of who we are and what we do. The day will consist of a presentation, an open “gold-fish” meeting and a Q&A session.The event will take place on Friday 17th April 2015 in the Kinning Park Complex (43 Cornwall Street, Kinning Park, Glasgow G41 1BA) from 13.30-16.00 hours. Refreshments and food will be provided.If you would like to attend please confirm by email (with the head count) to [email protected] more general information on NA please visit our national website www.ukna.org
Offender Management 2015Tuesday 21st April - EdinburghAt Holyrood’s Offender Management conference, learn about the crucial desistance work of the third sector, including the Wise Group’s New Routes Partnership.This mentoring service for prolific male offenders saw its outcome-based success rewarded in 2014 with the project extended by two years and its total funding boosted from £3m to £6m.Join Fiona Benton, Head of Criminal Justice, The Wise Group, and Alexander Cochrane, Community-Based Mentor at the New Routes Partnership, as they share insights into this inspirational project.The full speaker list, agenda, past supporters, testimonials and much more can be found on the conference homepage.Mark Riding, Conference Marketing - Email: [email protected] Phone: 0131 272 2136
Register now to secure your placeConference homepage
ANGUS – A Journey of Recovery8th May 2015 – St Andrew’s Church, ArbroathAngus are proud to present their second national event promoting partnerships in recovery. This event is promoted by Angus Recovery Network, a collaboration of Statutory and voluntary organisations promoting recovery in Angus.This years theme is self management and recovery, there will be a diverse range of presentations with real life experience of recovery and self management as well ten practical workshopsfor delegates to participate in.For initial enquires and booking form contact:-James Kennedy [email protected] or phone 01356 692817
SHAAP/SARN Alcohol OccasionalsVarious DatesScottish Health Action on Alcohol Problems (SHAAP) and the Scottish Alcohol Research Network (SARN) are delighted to announce the 2014-15 series of lunchtime ‘Alcohol Occasional’ seminars to showcase new and innovative research on alcohol use. All the seminars will be run in conjunction with the Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh and will take place from 12.30 – 14.00 at their historic premises at 9 Queen Street Edinburgh, EH2 1JQ. Lunch will be provided.These events provide the chance for researchers, practitioners and policy makers and members of the public to hear about new alcohol related topics and discuss and debate implications for policy and practice. The theme of the seminars for 2014-5 is Alcohol and Mental Health.
2014/15 Programme
Date Speaker Topic
23rd April 2015 Dr Anne Whittaker, NHS Lothian and Edinburgh Napier University
Recovery, Mental Health, Alcohol and Nursing
18th June 2015 Dr Aisha Holloway, University of Edinburgh
Alcohol-Related Brain Disorders
To register via EventBrite, please click the relevant link (below) for each seminar you wish to attend. If you have not booked, you will not have a place.23rd April 2015: Recovery, Mental Health, Alcohol and Nursing (Dr Anne Whittaker)18th June 2015: Alcohol-Related Brain Disorders (Dr Aisha Holloway)
Recovery Walk Scotland 201519th September 2015 - GlasgowDear FriendsThis is a communication regarding the Recovery Walk 2015, please freely distribute to all your contacts.Recovery Walk Scotland will return to Glasgow in 2015 - five years after the very first recovery walk in Scotland was held there. On Saturday 19th September 2015 Recovery Walk Scotland will be assembling on Glasgow Green to walk the city centre route that will take us up High Street, through George Square and making our way back to the Green via Clyde Street. Claim the date now in your diary, you really do want to be part of this biggest gathering of all the shades, colours, tribes, friends and allies of recovery in Scotland yet. All the colours of recovery will be there - united
in celebration of just being alive....What colour will you bring?Get involved in building attendance for the Recovery Walk from your area. The Council of Recovery Walk Scotland 2015 are inviting local Recovery Activists to set up city/region/area wide Walk organising groups. Interested? Then contact the SRC and let us know....
STUDY & TRAINING
Comas - Training in Recovery and Inclusive PracticeIt’s a long shot, but if you do have any end-of-year slack to take up, what better long term investment than developing your drug and alcohol sector workforce?As you know, our training is based on real experience of developing and delivering some amazing recovery work, not only the Serenity Café but training for peer supporters – we’re used to training mixed groups of peers and professionals. Get in touch if you want to know more, or please forward on to your contacts.Call us on 0131 556 8766Email: [email protected]
Fresher Future Training – Raising the Issue of Smoking1st April, 7th May and 2nd June 2015 Fresher Future is a city based project at Aberdeen Foyer promoting the message of giving up smoking in three ways:
Raising the Issue of Smoking motivational training (free for staff and volunteers) Awareness sessions for young people about tobacco Organisational support from the Foyer’s own experience of tobacco policy development
Raising the Issue of Smoking is a short accessible course, designed by ASH Scotland in partnership with the NHS Scotland, which aims to give participants the confidence, skills and knowledge to have a conversational intervention with people on smoking. Prospective participants include anyone who may come into contact with, and is able to raise the issue of smoking with individuals in the course of an opportunistic 3 to 5 minute chat. Those 5 minutes could make positive change a possibility for someone.For further details please click on the link above, to register for training or get further information please contact Keith Grassick, Tobacco Development & Support Worker, Fresher FutureEmail: [email protected]: 01224 212924
Recognise, Reflect and Resolve26th March 2015 - Credo Centre, AberdeenAre you a parent? Would you like to find out how to deal differently with ‘silly wee things’, and arguments with your children at home? If so, this course could be for you! It will be held in the Credo Centre, Aberdeen on Thursday 26th March. If you or anyone you know is interested in attending simply follow the link above for more information and to register.
The training looks at issues such as responses to conflict, communication and relationships and is open to anyone who is a parent. The course runs from 10am until 2pm with lunch and refreshments provided. Thanks to funding from the Third Sector Early Intervention Fund, the training is also free to attend.If you need any further information, please email [email protected] or call 0131 475 2493. Please do also pass this information on to anyone else you know who may be interested.Information and booking for all upcoming SCCR training and events can be found HERE
Drugs for the Bar (free CPD Event)Understanding new drugs and the role of drugs experts in Scottish courts today23rd April 2015 - Edinburgh City ChambersAn introduction to new drugs (including “legal highs”) and exploration of drug case studies from the CREW Expert Witness Team and special guests. Learn about drug trends in Scotland with a focus on issues for the courts, highlighting the role of a drugs expert witness.Course Objectives: by the end of the training participants will be able to:• Identify the impact of new drugs on drug markets and use in Scotland• Recall examples of how drug expertise has been used in courts by both police and the defence• Involve and instruct drugs experts more appropriatelyWho should attend: This event is open to anyone in the field of criminal justice and legal representation and is particularly suitable for those working in defence.Bookings: places are free but registration is essential www.drugsforthebar.eventbrite.co.ukTel: 0131 220 3404
Penumbra Self Harm Awareness TrainingVarious Dates, March – November 2015, Aberdeen Health VillageThe training is conducted by Self Harm Development Worker Cheryl Peers and will cover a variety of topics related to self harm such as:- Defining and understanding self harm- Recognising self harm- What is the function of self harm?- Responding to self harmTo book onto any of the training sessions please:Email [email protected] Phone 01224 621266
Hidden Sentence TrainingIn all our communities, families serve hidden sentences when a member of their family is sent to prison. Often families do not inform their children’s schools or seek support for a variety of reasons. Imprisonment can have a great impact on the financial, practical and emotional well-being of families. Hidden sentence is a short course for professionals who work with families, giving an overview of the issues facing prisoners’ families, the criminal justice system and a range of strategies and resources to help support them.Session Dates, Times and Location:Tuesday 24th March 10.00-1.30 Family Help Hub HMP/YOI Cornton ValeTuesday 31st March 10.00-1.30 Family Help Hub HMP/YOI Cornton ValeTuesday 21st April 10.00-1.30 Family Help Hub HMP/YOI Cornton ValeTuesday 28th April 10.00-1.30 Family Help Hub HMP/YOI Cornton Vale
SMMGP Training CoursesCommunity Management of Alcohol Use Disorders This e-learning module is open to anyone who wishes to learn more about management of alcohol use disorders, including how the commissioning process works. It will be of particular interest to GPs, nurses and pharmacists and other primary care practitioners.This e-learning module is an introduction to the Advanced Certificate in Community Management of Alcohol Use Disorders which aims to provide advanced learning for generalist and specialist primary care practitioners who work with people who have developed problems with alcohol.Advanced Certificate in the Community Management of Alcohol Use DisordersAn advanced course on the management of alcohol use disorders in primary care. This course is designed for practitioners such as those who wish to advance their skills to "Practitioner with Special Interest" level.We are now taking applications for the second intake of participants to start by July 2015. If you wish to register, please contact us without delay at [email protected] access the course here www.smmgp-elearning.org.uk
Scottish Women’s AidWe now have a new training programme for April – June 2015. If you would like to book anything please fill in the booking form and return it to [email protected] you can book through our website where you will find details of all training courses on offer plus other events held by SWA.Training Programme April ’15 – June ‘15Booking Form
VACANCIES
SFAD (Scottish Families Affected by Alcohol & Drugs)Grampian Family Support Development OfficerTo be responsible for developing, maintaining and delivering a range of support services in Grampian to families and support groups affected by someone else’s substance misuse, ensuring an effective response to the needs of support groups and evaluating and demonstrating the impact of our services. This role involves working with local partners to collectively advance the family support agenda.
The Grampian Family Support Development Officer will make a significant difference in the lives of families
and their journey through recovery.
Salary: £27,033 - £28,644 Salary info: 35 hours per week Job Type: Full time Closing date: 17 April 2015 Interview date: 24 April 2015
For further information at www.sfad.org.ukTelephone: 0141 221 0544 Email: [email protected]
Job AdvertisementApplication Form Job Description/Person Specification Equality Diversity Monitoring Form
Station House Media Unit (shmu)Various PostsStation House Media Unit, at the forefront of community media development in the UK, operates across the regeneration areas of Aberdeen and with other disadvantaged and vulnerable individuals and groups across the region. The organisation is undergoing a significant period of growth and are recruiting posts to support and develop our core services.We are looking for the following exceptional, innovative, community minded individuals to join our team.
MAP Project Coordinator37 hrs per week (£30,595 - £33,213)
MAP Media Development Worker37 hrs per week (£24,134 - £26,728)
MAP Community Support Worker37 hrs per week (£21,319 - £23,393)
shmu Radio Manager37 hrs per week (£27,536 - £29,989)
shmuTV Development Worker37 hrs per week (£24,134 - £26,728)
shmu Project Administrator37 hrs per week (£21,319 - £23,393)
shmu Clerical Worker16 hrs per week (£16,119 - £17,087)
For full job descriptions, background information and application forms please visit www.shmu.org.uk/vacancies or call Laura Young on 01224 515013 for an info pack.
Closing date for applications is 22nd March 2015.
Occupational Therapy students available for placementsOccupational Therapy - working with organisations to achieve Co-Production of Health.
Do you have a project or idea? We can provide 3rd year occupational therapy students on the following dates:25th March, 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd and 29th April 2015.Please contact Stephanie Morrison for more information [email protected] 01224 263273
RESOURCES & PUBLICATIONS
Alcohol and Drugs Services Aberdeen and Grampian – January 2015An updated list of local Alcohol and Drugs Specialist service information in Aberdeen and Grampian.
Alcoholics Anonymous – Updated Meetings ListAn updated list of AA meetings in Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire, including Helpline number etc.
Narcotics Anonymous – Updated Meetings ListAn updated list of NA meetings in Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire, including Helpline number etc.
Looking for local funding?People’s Health TrustLocal groups and organisations with great ideas to make their communities even better places to live are now invited to apply for funding to turn their ideas into reality.Active Communities is a funding programme for community groups and not-for-profit organisations, with an income of less than £350,000 a year or an average of £350,000 over two years, seeking investment of between £5,000 and £50,000 for projects lasting up to two years. We're looking for small and local projects, genuinely designed and run by local people. By small, we mean just a small group of people on an estate, in a few streets or villages.We're also looking for great ideas from communities of interest. By this we mean a group of people who have things in common and wish to come together to address something that is important to them. These ideas could be based in one neighbourhood, or cover a wider area.We run a two stage application process over a six week period that begins with a short online form. There's step by step guidance to help you along the way but if you need any support, please call us on 020 7697 4021 or email usThe deadline for applications is 1pm on Wednesday 15 April 2015.Apply for Funding
New Psychoactive Substances (NPS) resource packIn response to the NPS expert paneI, the government committed to developing a NPS resource pack for informal educators and frontline practitioners to use to prevent drug taking amongst young people. The pack has been created alongside drug treatment partners. Written for those working with young people, the pack includes:• facts and information about NPS• case studies on working with young people who use NPS• resources to help start conversations about NPS with young people• references for further help and information
Randomised trial evaluation of the In:tuition programmeAlcohol Research UKThis summary reports the findings from two cluster-randomised trials of Drinkaware’s school-based In:tuition life skills and alcohol education intervention: one trial of the programme for 10-11 year olds in primary schools, and another for 12-13 year olds in secondary schools. The trials have been carried out by the National Foundation for Educational Research (NFER), funded and overseen by Alcohol Research UK using a grant provided by Drinkaware.
Alcohol Concern Newsletter - March 2014As we race into March we've got some interesting bits of news for everyone. The results from the survey are in, and it seems that fortnightly emails updates are the way to go - you've got it!In the last two weeks we've had plenty happen, so here are some of the most useful for you to take a look through. And remember, if you wanted more frequent info, why not follow us on Twitter and Facebook?
Alcohol Policy UK - March 5 th 2015 News and analysis for the alcohol harm reduction fieldAlcohol Policy UK aims to help the alcohol field stay up to date with news & developments - more here.It’s editor is James Morris of the Alcohol Academy. Got a question? Email us or try 020 8296 0134
Prevention Update – Issue 9, 2015A unique weekly email highlighting articles recently published on the Prevention Hub. Visit preventionhub.org to see more from the international drug prevention world.In this Issue:
Research: An association between binge drinking and eating problems
Research: Teenagers the targets of energy drink ads
Research: Mentoring relationships: Time and trust matter most
ADFAM Policy Briefing, 2 nd – 13 th March 2015 A fortnightly update on important policy developments relevant to family support and the drug and alcoholsector, including comment, data, reports, parliamentary news, policy directions and debate.
DDN Drink and Drugs News – March 2015The magazine for the substance misuse fieldINSIDE: User-led support, treatment, housing, building social capital, sustained recovery, naloxone, getting back to work, and more...
MYCREWMY CREW is a place where you'll find impartial drugs information, advice and support. Chat online confidentially or join in the conversation on our forums.Have you had a look around MY CREW recently? We've made some changes! We have updated the forums, added new content into the A-Z and made it easier to chat online. GET INFO - You can search the A-Z to find out more about different drugs and information about using them in a less risky way if you choose to take drugs. If you think of anything we have missed from the A-Z email [email protected] IT OUT - You can take the "Check it out Quiz" to see how risky your or some you know is when it comes to drugs. The quiz is really short and will provide you with advice to help you with what to do next.CHAT - You can use the online chat room to get information, advice and support from one of our trained workers or volunteers. The chat room opening times are available on the website but you can always book a private chat if you aren't free to talk during those times. Just email [email protected] - Want more? You can join in the conversation on our forum 24 hours a day. Ask questions and share knowledge. CREW staff and volunteers keep an eye on the forums so will get back to you if you need advice or support. You might just want to chat with other MY CREW users too. You can also let us know about drug trends or new ways to stay safe. We love hearing from youDOWNLOAD the MY CREW app FREE from the Google Play store. Log your use, track how much you are spending, how it makes you feel and plan how you can use in a less risky way.If you are worried about someone else the MY CREW can help too. Search the A-Z to find out more, chat online to get advice and support or take a look around the forums.Call 0131 220 3404 if someone is in need of immediate support.
Updated CREW Booklet – New Psychoactive DrugsPlease download our freshly updated guidebook "New Psychoactive Drugs" just released. It is a great resource on current commonly used substances, where they fit on the "Drugs Wheel," plus harm reduction and referral advice. Hard copies of the booklet restocked due to high demand.Email [email protected] to place an order.
Overdose Awareness – DADA is trying to raise awareness of the risks of overdose and increase the number of people who have been Naloxone trained and have their own life-saving naloxone kits. Naloxone is an effective tool in helping to reduce drug-related deaths by temporarily reversing the effects of opiate overdose.If you would like to know more about how to reduce the risk of overdose, details of the naloxone training programme or would like to undergo the training itself, please contact us for more details.Services are open 7 days per week and can be contacted via the DA helpline on 01224 594700.
Community Food Initiatives Northeast (CFINE)Aberdeen Food Bank PartnershipPlease note that CFINE opening times have now changedOpening times flyer
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