Electronic cigarettes: Ever use, current use and attitudes among alcohol and other drug clients.

abstract：INTRODUCTION AND AIMS:In the past decade, methamphetamine has become increasingly a drug of concern globally. The purpose of this study is to describe the changing trends in treatment admissions for methamphetamine abuse in Cape Town, South Africa and to highlight the implications of these changes for policy, practice ...

journal_title：Drug and alcohol review

authors： Plüddemann A,Myers BJ,Parry CD

更新日期：2008-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This presentation draws on recent New Zealand and international research to examine a number of questions about the possible public health impact of policy which allows alcohol to be advertised on the broadcast media. The relevant public health questions include: the contribution of alcohol advertising to aggregate le...

journal_title：Drug and alcohol review

authors： Casswell S

更新日期：1995-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Local and regional policymakers, care providers and prevention workers involved in addiction and addiction care need timely and reliable information. As few data on substance use are available at a local or regional level, an integrated local or regional monitoring system for alcohol and drugs (MAD) was developed. The...

journal_title：Drug and alcohol review

authors： van de Mheen H,Toet J,Knibbe RA,Garretsen HF,Spruit IP,van den Berg M

更新日期：2006-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION AND AIMS:To study the prevalence of use of illicit drugs by women of reproductive age before and during pregnancy and the changes in rates of illicit drug use in pregnancy over recent years. DESIGN AND METHODS:All pregnant women attending the public antenatal clinic over a 7 year period (2000-2006) were r...

journal_title：Drug and alcohol review

authors： Hayatbakhsh MR,Kingsbury AM,Flenady V,Gilshenan KS,Hutchinson DM,Najman JM

更新日期：2011-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION AND AIMS:Novel ways of accessing and engaging smokers who are socially and economically disadvantaged may help reduce socioeconomic disparities in smoking rates. This study assessed the feasibility and acceptability of integrating smoking cessation support into usual care at a social and community service ...

journal_title：Drug and alcohol review

authors： Bryant J,Bonevski B,Paul C,Hull P,O'Brien J

更新日期：2012-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The present paper presents a comprehensive review of studies concerned with the effects of alcohol on human performance. It attempts to review the studies within the framework of the information processing model. The effects of alcohol on information processing and transmission rates, sensory and perceptual processes,...

journal_title：Drug and alcohol review

authors： Glencross DJ

更新日期：1990-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION AND AIMS:The extent to which alcohol consumption in Canada was affected by alcohol prohibition in the early 20th century remains unclear. Since there is a dearth of data on consumption during this time, we estimated the effect of alcohol prohibition on alcohol consumption, as measured by changes in liver c...

journal_title：Drug and alcohol review

authors： Chrystoja BR,Rehm J,Crépault JF,Shield K

更新日期：2020-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION AND AIMS:The study investigates patients' pre-treatment expectations of, and post-treatment satisfaction with, supervised injectable opiate treatment delivered within UK's first such clinics within the Randomised Injectable Opiate Treatment Trial (RIOTT) (ISRCTN0133807). DESIGN AND METHODS:Data were colle...

journal_title：Drug and alcohol review

authors： Groshkova T,Metrebian N,Hallam C,Charles V,Martin A,Forzisi L,Lintzeris N,Strang J

更新日期：2013-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Approaches to the prevention of alcohol problems among Aboriginal people in Australia have tended to emphasize primary and tertiary prevention, while neglecting secondary prevention or early intervention. In contrast, members of the wider Australian community can now access a variety of early interventions through gen...

journal_title：Drug and alcohol review

authors： Brady M,Dawe S,Richmond R

更新日期：1998-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION AND AIMS:Previous studies have suggested that methadone is associated with prolonged corrected-QT (QTc) interval, but published prospective research studies in this area are relatively scarce. This study investigates QTc interval change among methadone maintenance patients and possible associated risk fact...

journal_title：Drug and alcohol review

authors： Lin NC,Huang CL,Chen CY,Lin TY,Wang HY,Lu YH,Chen LM,Chen VC,Gossop M

更新日期：2014-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION AND AIMS:To determine whether recreational methamphetamine use is associated with an increased risk of psychotic symptoms. DESIGN AND METHOD:A cross-sectional survey of 157 people attending dance events in Sydney, Australia. Participants were assessed for psychotic symptoms in the past year using items fr...

journal_title：Drug and alcohol review

authors： McKetin R,Hickey K,Devlin K,Lawrence K

更新日期：2010-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The development of policies in relation to unsupervised doses of methadone (take-away doses) should be based upon the best available evidence. There are both risks and benefits associated with take-away doses. This study aimed to explore the relationship between take-away policies and one measure of harm: methadone in...

journal_title：Drug and alcohol review

authors： Ritter A,Di Natale R

更新日期：2005-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION AND AIMS:Gender differences have been reported in adult substance users, but little research has examined gender differences in adolescents presenting to treatment services. This study aimed to explore gender differences in adolescents presenting to a withdrawal service. DESIGN AND METHODS:All presentatio...

journal_title：Drug and alcohol review

authors： Dean AJ,McBride M,Macdonald EM,Connolly Y,McDermott BM

更新日期：2010-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Methamphetamine use is increasing in North America and is associated with numerous negative health effects and social harms. As drug-related harms are often gendered, this study sought to examine the differential impacts of gender on the trends, risk factors and health implications of crystal methamphetami...

journal_title：Drug and alcohol review

authors： Bach P,Hayashi K,Milloy MJ,Nosova E,Kerr T,Wood E,Fairbairn N

更新日期：2020-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION AND AIMS:Anecdotal reports suggest that high rates of cannabis use and dependence are significant issues in Indigenous communities in north Queensland; however, there is little scientific evidence to support or refute this. The Cape York Cannabis Project seeks to investigate cannabis use rates, cannabis de...

journal_title：Drug and alcohol review

authors： Bohanna I,Clough AR

更新日期：2012-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND AIMS:E-cigarettes are the most popular aid to quitting smoking in the UK. Although many smokers quit, relapse is common. Historically, the literature has reported strong associations between tobacco smoking lapse and relapse following a quit attempt. This article aims to explore how smoking lapse is expe...

journal_title：Drug and alcohol review

authors： Notley C,Ward E,Dawkins L,Holland R,Jakes S

更新日期：2019-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：ISSUES:This contribution aims to examine systematically the evidence on the impact of the quality of unrecorded alcohol products on health consequences. APPROACH:Systematic computer assisted review of the literature. KEY FINDINGS:There are a number of pathways related to alcohol quality that may lead to acute or chro...

journal_title：Drug and alcohol review

authors： Rehm J,Kanteres F,Lachenmeier DW

更新日期：2010-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In May 2002 Buprenorphine (Subutex) was listed on the Australian Pharmaceutical Benefits Schedule for treatment in opioid dependence. In addition to broadening treatment options, buprenorphine has the advantage of an improved safety profile. The risk of overdose is lessened but other risks remain due to diversion. Fre...

journal_title：Drug and alcohol review

authors： Feeney GF,Fairweather P

更新日期：2003-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION AND AIMS:In recent years, there has been an increase in the number of Internet-based interventions (IBI) for alcohol problems and other addictive behaviours. However, it is risky to assume interventions that have been found to work in face-to-face modalities can be translated into IBI that are equally effe...

journal_title：Drug and alcohol review

authors： Cunningham JA,Van Mierlo T

更新日期：2009-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Studies of the processes by which people give up dependent heroin use are useful in helping services evaluate their treatment practices and in informing drug policy debates. In this exploratory investigation, a diverse group of 18 Canberra-based ex-users was interviewed about stopping, the role of treatment and their ...

journal_title：Drug and alcohol review

authors： Bammer G,Weekes S

更新日期：1994-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION AND AIMS:This study aimed to compare current and ex-smokers' sociodemographic and psychosocial characteristics, use of cessation aids and abrupt versus gradual quitting approaches. DESIGN AND METHODS:A cross-sectional survey of financially disadvantaged adults attending a community service organisation wa...

journal_title：Drug and alcohol review

authors： Twyman L,Bonevski B,Paul C,Bryant J,West R,Siahpush M,D'este C,Oldmeadow C,Palazzi K

更新日期：2018-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The study aimed to determine patterns of use of medical services and prescriptions for pharmaceuticals among 438 heroin users interviewed for the Australian Treatment Outcome Study (ATOS) at baseline, 12 and 24 months. Drug use declined markedly, and there were significant improvements in health. There were declines i...

journal_title：Drug and alcohol review

authors： Darke S,Havard A,Ross J,Williamson A,Mills KL,Teesson M

更新日期：2007-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION AND AIMS:A significant level of misreport or error occurs during questionnaire-based assessment of smoking behaviour. Failure to measure environmental tobacco smoke, and participant's inclination to under-report their smoking raise questions as to the accuracy of assessment. In order to establish an estima...

journal_title：Drug and alcohol review

authors： Gilligan C,Sanson-Fisher R,Eades S,Wenitong M,Panaretto K,D'Este C

更新日期：2010-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The range of tobacco control activities should be viewed as essential parts of a complex multi-component puzzle. Intervention strategies designed to address tobacco control should be comprehensive and include both primary and secondary prevention activities and be multi-faceted and capable of bringing about change at ...

journal_title：Drug and alcohol review

authors： Richmond R

更新日期：1993-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION AND AIMS:Perceptions of peer alcohol use have a strong influence on college students' personal alcohol consumption. Common strategies for measuring students' perceptions of peer alcohol use rely on global student body questions (e.g. 'typical' student use), which overlook the true social contexts of colleg...

journal_title：Drug and alcohol review

authors： Russell AM,Barry AE,Patterson MS

更新日期：2020-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION AND AIMS:This paper explores excessive appetites, addiction and rehabilitation as described in the autobiographies, memoirs and diaries of rock artists. DESIGN AND METHODS:The data collection focused on autobiographical rock books written in English by internationally recognised rock artists before 2011. ...

journal_title：Drug and alcohol review

authors： Oksanen A

更新日期：2013-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION AND AIMS:Dentists and dental hygienists are in a unique position to motivate and assist their patients to quit smoking and using smokeless tobacco, and there is ample evidence that they can be effective. Tobacco plays a major role in the development and treatment of many oral diseases, and the repeated nat...

journal_title：Drug and alcohol review

authors： Gordon JS,Albert DA,Crews KM,Fried J

更新日期：2009-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：ISSUES:Health-care systems globally are moving away from process measures of performance to payments for outcomes achieved. It follows that there is a need for a selection of proven quality tools that are suitable for undertaking comprehensive assessments and outcomes assessments. This review aimed to identify and eval...

journal_title：Drug and alcohol review

authors： Sweetman J,Raistrick D,Mdege ND,Crosby H

更新日期：2013-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Over the past two decades, alcohol consumption of Icelandic adolescents has decreased dramatically. The aim of this study was to quantify the extent of this reduction and compare it with the trend in cannabis use over a 20 year period and to identify possible explanations. METHODS:We used data from the Ic...

journal_title：Drug and alcohol review

authors： Arnarsson A,Kristofersson GK,Bjarnason T

更新日期：2018-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：ISSUES:Today's teenagers have been described as a sober generation and we asked: 'What is known about the recent decline in youth drinking?' APPROACH:A literature review (2005-2017). KEY FINDINGS:Research from wealthier parts of the world provides solid evidence of less alcohol use by youth since the millennium shift...

journal_title：Drug and alcohol review

authors： Pape H,Rossow I,Brunborg GS

更新日期：2018-04-01 00:00:00