Robert Calder
Robert Calder
The SSA Annual Conference 2023
The SSA Annual Conference 2023
The SSA Annual Conference 2023
Thursday 9th November 2023
Tune into Addictions Edited for live updates from the SSA Annual Conference 2023, covering refugee substance use, harm reduction, gambling, and ADHD.
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Understanding Addiction & Recovery
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Episode Overview
- Insights into substance use among refugee populations and the impact of deficient systems
- Discussion on the positive outcomes of harm reduction programs
- Exploration of the gambling industry's role in funding gambling research
- In-depth analysis of ADHD and its relation to substance use
- Showcasing the diverse range of topics and thought-provoking discussions from the conference
It's not just about the experience of displacement, but it's also the post-displacement factors that seem to really contribute to substance use.
What happens when experts gather to discuss the latest in addiction research? In this episode of Addictions Edited, you'll hear live updates from the SSA Annual Conference 2023. Hosts Merve Mollaahmetoglu, Ben Scher, Zoe Swithenbank, and Rob Calder chat from the poster room, sharing their thoughts over mocktails. They dive into a range of topics, from substance use among refugees to heroin-assisted treatment, gambling research, and the link between ADHD and addiction.
One key takeaway is the call to shift responsibility from migrants and refugees to the systems that fail them, emphasizing how post-displacement factors play a significant role in substance use. The discussion also highlights the positive outcomes of harm reduction programs, showing how they can stabilize individuals who haven't thrived in traditional treatment settings. This episode is packed with diverse viewpoints and engaging conversations, making it a must-listen for anyone interested in the evolving field of addiction research.