Australian overdose deaths are increasing – and the demographics are changing
This year’s annual report on Australian overdose deaths from the Penington Institute details significant – and sometimes surprising – changes over time in demographics and drug types.... Read More
‘He needs to be locked up’: A Perth father’s crusade for his meth-addicted son
Murray Kinnane feels like a failure. The father of three has spent the past five years struggling to help his meth-addicted son overcome his demons,... Read More
Prevention better than cure, says drug, alcohol service
A leader in Goldfields drug and alcohol support services says a greater emphasis on preventative and community involvement measures could play a critical role in... Read More
Drug deaths on the rise in Goldfields
A drug overdose crisis in Australia is claiming more lives in regional areas then ever before and the Goldfields and Esperance are no exceptions, a... Read More
National Indigenous Drug and Alcohol Awards
Celebrate Excellence in the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Alcohol and Other Drug Sector, nominate a worker or service today! Read more at: https://nidaconference.com.au/national-indigenous-drug-and-alcohol-awards/ Photo by rawpixel... Read More
There is a way back from drug addiction
THERE is a way back from addiction if you fight for it, is the message from former alcohol and drug addict Conor Flynn. Read more... Read More
The medical benefits of illicit drugs: Can marijuana and LSD be used to treat illnesses?
WITH marijuana now legal for certain medical conditions and ecstasy showing promise in treating post-traumatic stress disorder, research into the medical benefits of illicit drugs... Read More
WELFARE DRUG TEST PLAN PASSES LOWER HOUSE
Pharmacist politician Emma McBride has taken aim at plans to drug test welfare recipients, citing her experience helping people with substance dependency. Read more at:... Read More
Substance abuse treatment relies on good brain function, which many users don’t have
Methamphetamine and opioid use has become a problem in Australia, and a recent New South Wales parliamentary inquiry recommended urgent action for more substance treatment services, especially... Read More
Smart support for drug and alcohol addiction
Those looking for help with drug or alcohol addiction will have extra support when a SMART recovery group begins in Narooma next month. Read more... Read More