DS Daily - 22nd May 2012 |
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Launch of a new website for the London Drug and Alcohol Network (LDAN)
As a London-wide membership network representing the interests of treatment providers and service users, LDAN is uniquely placed to influence policy and practice across the capital. The website includes information about LDAN: its newsletter, briefings and reports, projects and forums (e.g., domestic violence, employment and homelessness), and how to join as a member | LDAN, UK
Why growing up without a dad can store up future problems
Children with absent fathers are more likely to abuse substances or be involved in antisocial behaviour and criminal activity | Guardian, UK
Community Alcohol Network
A problem oriented partnership to reduce anti-social behaviour linked to underage drinking by building capacity within communities | Lancashire County Council, UK
Community Alcohol Networks: A Practitioners Toolkit
Community Alcohol Networks have been developed by the Trading Standards Alcohol and Tobacco team, in conjunction with Lancashire Constabulary, and adopt a partnership approach. Download toolkit | Lancashire County Council, UK
Alcohol in pregnancy – training for midwives
Scroll down for video | NOFAS-UK
Alcohol and sex – a risky combination
Drinking alcohol reduces the chances of using a condom with someone new and impairs sexual decision making | Guardian, UK
There is no safe limit for women drinkers
Stark warning as Scottish doctors report alcohol is linked to one in five breast cancer deaths | Daily Mail, UK
Social Fund reform
The Government intends to introduce new local assistance to replace some of the discretionary elements of the Social Fund from April 2013. This page provides information and updates to English local authorities and the devolved administrations in Scotland and Wales | Department for Work and Pensions, UK
Owen Jones: Hatred of those on benefits is dangerously out of control
Taking away support can only be achieved by demonising recipients as scroungers in mansions | Independent, UK
Asbo replacement orders to be announced by government
But the Criminal Justice Alliance has warned that enforcement powers are not enough in themselves. "There is a risk that if these new measures are not accompanied by necessary support in communities - youth clubs, family support and health services - they will do little in the long term to tackle this important issue," | BBC, UK
Information strategy to give people more control over their care
The focus of the strategy is on improving access to information, including a commitment that people will be able to access their GP records online by 2015 | Department of Health, UK
Drug-related research in Europe: recent developments and future perspectives
An update on the EMCDDA 2008 Selected Issue on drug-related research, this thematic paper identifies current and future challenges/opportunities for drug-related research in Europe | EMCDDA
Interview with Professor Neil McKeganey
Discusses the on going changes in the modalities of Harm Reduction and Recovery and refers to a number of documents | INEF, Ireland
Principles of Modern Drug Policy
The three United Nations drug control conventions are the foundation of the global effort to reduce drug use and its consequences. To implement the conventions in the 21st century, the United States commits itself to the following principles and encourages other nations to do the same | ONDCP, USA
National Prevention Week Participant Toolkit
This toolkit strives to equip communities with information and resources for planning an event to help prevent substance abuse and promote mental, emotional, and behavioral wellness. Includes event ideas, budgeting tips, fact sheets, promotional tools, and additional resources | SAMHSA, USA