Review of gambling legislation highlights lack of commitment to addressing gambling harms
Globally, governments are still not doing enough to address the health and wellbeing harms from gambling, according to a world…
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Problem drinking linked to alcohol-related social media
A University of Queensland study highlights a direct link between young people’s exposure to alcohol-related social media content and problem…
Teenagers: Social media may increase the risk of alcohol use
Teenagers who spend 30 minutes or more on social media every day may be more at risk of alcohol use…
Common ways addiction impacts families – why group therapy helps
Common Ways Addiction Impacts Families - Why Group Therapy Helps: When people become addicted to alcohol or drugs, the substance…
Freshers Week guidance: Ketamine is not a “safe” drug
Experts issue urgent Freshers Week guidance for students: Ketamine is not a “safe” drug Consultant Psychiatrists at Priory have warned…
The UK’s five most dangerous drugs
New research has revealed the five most dangerous drugs that cause the highest rate of fatalities in the UK, with…
Innovative research to prevent medication related harm
Innovative research to prevent medication related harm: A University of Queensland research collaboration will look at reducing the risk of…
The UK’s most dangerous drugs, according to new study
New research has revealed the five drugs that cause the highest rate of fatalities in the UK, with cocaine taking…
New research funding to tackle gambling and addiction
Gambling has been included in the new Addictions Policy Research Unit, following recommendations made by experts at the University of…
Cancer rates doubles for homelessness
Cancer is twice as likely to affect people experiencing homelessness (PEH) as members of the housed population. The disease is…