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For the first time in the UK, the relationship between alcohol consumption and mortality has been calculated. The research indicates a definitive link: the higher our society’s alcohol consumption, the more deaths occur as a result [Alcohol Concern, UK]
How we tackle the problems associated with consumption of our favourite drug, alcohol, is a real challenge [Margaret Hamilton in The Australian, UK]
An emergent theory of motivational interviewing MI is proposed, emphasizing two specific active components: a relational component focused on empathy and the interpersonal spirit of MI, and a technical component involving the differential evocation and reinforcement of client change talk [American Psychologist, USA]
Motivational interviewing is the most influential counselling style in addiction treatment, and, believe it or not, it works best ‘freestyle’ – WITHOUT the manual. At first we didn’t believe what we’d found, but later it was confirmed by Bill Miller himself, even through he wrote some of the manuals. Print publication 2005 [Drug and Alcohol Findings, UK]
Evaluating the cost-effectiveness of needle and syringe programs in Australia [National Centre in HIV Epidemiology & Clinical Research, University of New South Wales, Australia]
George Williams presents the first programme of Series 4 – Inexcess Live. Includes Noreen Oliver, Kendra Grey and Rob Wooley giving us an insight into BAC O’Connor and the great work they are carrying out in the West Midlands {25’30”} [Inexcess TV, UK]
Cancer goes into remission – joy all round. Hopes abound for a full and meaningful life. I doubt many of these recovering individuals are told, “You were much funnier when you had cancer”, “Since you stopped having cancer I don’t really know you any more” or “You may be free of cancer now but deep down you will always be a dirty cancer sufferer” [Michaela, Wired In]
So today… I received an appointment. The appointment is for Thursday, 15th of October at 10.30 am. I received the letter at 3.00 pm on the 15th October… The letter says if you have difficulty getting to this appointment please let us know. Do you think lack of time travel ability is a valid excuse? [Louis, Wired In]
‘Solution-focused therapy is based on this simple idea. Berg and Reuss build solutions step by step by focusing on clients’ strengths and their strategies for past successes. Stressing solutions rather than weakneses or problems, this team discovers and explores the ways that substance abusers heal themselves.’ [David Clark, WIred In]
This week’s BBC2 broadcast of Horizon ‘Do I drink too much?’ is available to watch for one month on here via BBC iplayer [Alcohol Policy UK]
One of the constant battles I have in my work is getting people to understand why it’s so important to take the right gauge needle [Injecting Advice, UK]
Experts call for urgent action to reduce ‘unacceptably high’ death toll from diseases directly linked to drinking [Guardian, UK]
Those in skilled work, and the young, are more likely to drink in excess of the recommended number of units [Observer, UK]
Isabel Ashdown’s father was an alcoholic – it killed him when he was only 50. To the outside world, he was charming and charismatic but at home, his unpredictable rages meant the family lived in a continual state of tension [Guardian, UK]
The Health Committee inquiry into alcohol continues with evidence from supermarkets ASDA, Sainsbury’s and Waitrose from 10am. The Committee will then question representatives from the Premier League and the Football League from approximately 11.30am [parliament.uk]
The Joseph Rowntree Foundation is inviting people to join a panel of experts to discuss the future of adult social care in England. Two seminars – What do community and family mean in the 21st century? and The future and funding of adult social care in England – will discuss key points from seven reports recently commissioned by JRF… [Joseph Rowntree Foundation, UK]
Shows a substantial reduction in recidivism for offenders completing in-prison substance abuse programs followed by community-based substance abuse treatment [California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation, USA]
Diseases associated with chronic hepatitis B virus (HBV) and hepatitis C virus (HCV) create a considerable burden on the nation’s health care system and pose many challenges in terms of effective identification, treatment, and patient management
Now an Italian published study of more than 3,000 older adults claims that it is the moderate lifestyle of drinkers, and not the alcohol itself, which helps prevent functional decline as we age [Addiction Inbox, USA]
There are more marijuana stores here than public schools. Signs emblazoned with cannabis plants or green crosses sit next to dry cleaners, gas stations and restaurants [New York Times, USA]
