Epidemiology and Etiology
National Drugs Library: The Irish Situation Factsheets
The Health Research Board have updated their fact sheets relating to drug use and treatment in Ireland. MDMA/ecstasy: the Irish situation Alcohol: the Irish situation Cannabis: the Irish situation. Cocaine: the Irish situation Opioids: the...
Launch of 'Sobriety, Abstinence & Moderation' Research Cluster
With recent declines in drinking rates across parts of the world including Europe and Australia – particularly amongst younger people – and the rise of ‘positive sobriety’ movements, ‘dry months’ and online communities, further research...
Responding to Global Stimulant Use: Challenges and Opportunities
Stimulants drugs increase the activity of the central nervous system producing feelings of euphoria, increased confidence, sociability, energy, and wakefulness. In a recent paper, published as part of the Lancet series on drug use...
9th International Research Conference on Adolescents and Adults with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders
Although there have been thousands of published articles on FASD, there still remains limited research specifically on adolescents and adults with FASD. As individuals diagnosed with FASD continue to age, the “need to know” across a broad spectrum of areas continues to be critically important for identifying clinically relevant research questions and directions.
Evidence in Action: CCSA Annual Report, 2018-2019
In 2018–2019, CCSA worked with partners across Canada and internationally to gather and share the newest, best practices and advice on substance use to drive action where it matters for Canadians — tackling stigma, informing cannabis policy...
Drug Use Series from the Lancet Journals
Executive Summary The drug use landscape is dynamic and changing. Changes in public attitudes and laws towards drug use have occurred in an increasing number of countries. Global drug production and consumption are increasing as are the...
Implementing the European Action Plan on Alcohol
Despite efforts to reduce concerning levels of alcohol consumption in Europe through adopting the WHO European Action Plan on Alcohol (EAPA), the region continues to have the highest prevalence of drinkers, heavy episodic drinking, alcohol...
What is the Link Between Unemployment and Alcohol Use?
Youth unemployment has remained stable at a high-level in many countries over the past several decades. Over the same period, evidence has emerged which suggests that unemployment can negatively affect an individual’s mental and physical...
Modelling the Impact of Alcohol Duty Policies Since 2012 in England & Scotland
In 2008 the UK introduced a ‘duty escalator’ which meant alcohol duties (government tax collected by HM Customs and Excise) would rise by 2% above inflation each year until 2012. However, since then the preceding governments have abolished...
