Pathways 2 Prevention Podcast
Episode 7: Cannabis & Drug Demand Reduction Down Under (Dalgarno institute) Listen Now
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‘Grown ups’ Substance use is a key ACE for Kids – Leading to Cannabis Use.
Adverse childhood experiences are ‘strong predictor’ for adolescent cannabis use. Young people who are exposed to adverse childhood experiences between the ages of 0 – 12 years, including parental drug misuse, are at highest risk for developing problematic adolescent cannabis use as teenagers, according to a new study. Adverse childhood experiences (‘ACEs’) considered included physical, emotional
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Building Resilience in Children Aged 9-13: A Most Effective Method of Illicit Drug Use Prevention
Building Resilience in Children Aged 9-13: A Most Effective Method of Illicit Drug Use Prevention #WorldResiliencyDay23 #WorldDrugDay It is no secret that illicit drug use is a major problem in our society. And the reasons for that are many. However, it is a growing irresilience and a careless drug use normalising ‘adult culture’ that model the
Preserving Resilience: Tackling Substance Misuse and Empowering Communities
Introduction: As we observe World Drug Day in 2023, it is crucial to emphasize the importance of prevention and dispelling the stigma surrounding substance misuse. This year’s campaign theme, “Strengthen Prevention & Stop Stigma,” highlights the need to prioritize resilience development and recognize the harmful effects of alcohol and drug (AOD) consumption on it. By
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World Drug Day 2023 #WWD2023 “People First: Promoting Prevention – Preventing Stigma.”
This World Drug Day, 26th June 2023, let’s focus our attention on delaying and denying uptake of substances for our most vulnerable and their communities, and work toward reducing stigma of those seeking to exit drug use to a healthier, safer, and more promising future. #preventdontpromote #RecoveryPosse View PDF
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World-first trial in a breast screening service targeting women’s low awareness of the link between alcohol and breast cancer
World-first trial in a breast screening service targeting women’s low awareness of the link between alcohol and breast cancer Monash University, Turning Point and the Victorian Health Promotion Foundation (VicHealth) have developed a successful alcohol intervention for women attending breast screening appointments, as part of a world-first trial. Published in the Medical Journal of Australia (MJA), the study improved
The impact of timing of in utero marijuana exposure on foetal growth
Objective: To examine whether timing of in utero marijuana exposure independently and negatively impacts fetal growth, and if these effects are global or specific to certain growth parameters Conclusions: Timing of marijuana exposure appears to play a key role in specific fetal growth deficits, with exposure throughout gestation most detrimental. However even first trimester exposure may result
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Cannabis and Tobacco – Nasty Combination and a Wrecking Ball of Teen Mental Health (Vaping makes both easier to do – School-based interventions a key)
The Association Between Tobacco and Cannabis Use and the Age of Onset of Depression and Anxiety Symptoms Among Adolescents and Young AdultsAbstractPurpose: No studies have prospectively explored the association between the use of tobacco or cannabis use and the age of onset of depressive or anxiety symptoms, and no studies have identified the peak ages and
Perinatal Cannabis Use is Very Harmful for the Developing Baby (both short and long term)
Summary: The prevalence of cannabis use in women of childbearing age is increasing drastically, likely related to increased legalization. Cannabis use during pregnancy is likely associated with preterm birth, low birth weight, and long-term neuropsychiatric outcomes, although data have significant limitations. Providers should screen for cannabis use and CUD regularly and counsel women about the known
Alcohol Use Patterns in Adolescence Associated with Alcohol and Other Drug Overdose in Adulthood
Alcohol and other drug overdoses are a significant public health problem and a common cause of death among young adults. This study assessed whether alcohol use at age 15–16 years is a risk factor for alcohol or drug overdose, or poisoning requiring medical attention, by the age of 32–33 in a population-based Finnish cohort study