Navigating substance abuse Presentation

Navigating substance use

Balancing Safety and Risk

Start

Closure

Conclusion

Index

Reasons behind substance abuse

Dangers of substance abuse

Relevant Data I

Long term effects of substance abuse

Quote I

Relevant Data II

Interactive questions

Video

Resources

Quote II

Safety

While no factor predominates, each exerts some degree of influence

• Feelings about ones self
• Emotional status
• family relationships
• Social ties
• Community attributes
• Employment status
• Stress reactivity and coping skills
• Physical or emotional pain
• Personality traits
• Eduational opportunities
• Compelling goals and progress toward them
• opportunities for and access to rewards in life
• Physiological response

Reasons behind substance abuse

Factors that have been shown to influence the development of an addiction are:

• Damage to babies during pregnancy

• Poor Hygiene

• Overdose

• Increased Injury Risk

• Health Effects

Dangers of substance abuse

Some of the dangers of substance abuse are :

'Addiction and long-term substance abuse can wreak havoc on your body, mind, social life, and job'

+4907

Deaths in 2022 related to drug posisoning in England and Wales

+777

of the deaths involved cocaine - a rise of about 10% on 2019, and more than quadruple the number recorded in 2010.

The ONS suggested the increase could possibly be down to an ageing cohort of drug users suffering from the effects of long-term use, as well as new trends in taking certain drugs - including gabapentinoids and benzodiazepines - at the same time as heroin or morphine.

This is the highest we've seen since 1993. There were more than twice as many deaths among men as there were among women. The highest rate of deaths relating to drug misuse was in the North East of England, where 104.6 deaths were recorded per million people, and the lowest was in London, where that figure was 33.1.

• Lying to friends and family
• Becoming more Secretive/Suspicious
• Changing friend groups
• Getting into legal trouble
• Going into debt
• Spending money excessively

Behavioural effects of substance abuse:

• Damage to the kidneys
• Damage to the liver
• Increased heart rate and blood pressure
• Respiratory failure and discolouration of or in the lungs

Physical effects of substance abuse:

Psychological effects of substance abuse:

• Depression
• Anxiety
• Paranoia

long term effects of substance abuse

- Bill Phillips

'Recovery is not about perfection, it's about progression'

People aged 16 to 59 in the uk

9.5%

Approximately 3.1 million people reported using a drug in the last 12 months

7.6%

Approximately 2.5 million people reported using cannabis in the last 12 months

3.3%

Approximately 1.1 million people reported using a Class A drug in the last 12 months

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Interactive question

How addiction happens and how to prevent it

Resources

Recovery is a process of change through which people improve their health and wellness, live self-directed lives, and strive to reach their full potential. It is important that whilst recovering you have a support system. there are some linked resources attached which you may find helpful.

Drug and alcohol treatment services

principles of recovery - community organisations

Recovery support at different stages

How the wider community can promote recovery

- Nelson Mandela

"It always seems impossible until it is actually done"

• Using Safe Supplies (syringes)
• Being informed
• Being more prepared
• Supervision(friends/famiy/medical proffesionals)
• Being ina safe enviroment

Safety

Although acknowleging the dangers of drugs is important, it is not always realistic to expect instant sobriety. There are ways to make it safer. People can reduce their risk of HIV, hepatitis C, overdose, and other drug-related harms by applying evidence-based harm reduction strategies around safer drug use.

Safer drug use includes :

Conclusion

In conclusion, the problem we aim to resolve is the widespread and damaging issue of substance abuse. This problem not only devastates individuals but also disrupts families and communities. By educating people about the dangers of substance abuse, providing easy access to treatment, ensuring strong support networks and encouraging safety amongst users we can hopefully prevent substance abuse and encourage a healthy lifestyle!

ACT. Curriculum development team EST. 2020

Thank you!

1. Medical detox: Often the first step, where the individual undergoes detoxification under medical supervision.
2. Long-term inpatient treatment: Living onsite for the duration of treatment
3. Behavioral therapies: Used in individual, family, and group settings.
4. Aftercare programs: Support and follow-up services after completing the initial treatment.

There are many long-term substance abuse treatment plans available. these plans will generally consist of :

Did you know?

Substance abuse can harm the development of the fetus and cause birth defects, low birth weight and withdrawal symptoms.

Damage to babies during pregnancy

Exercise can be addictive too! known as "runners high" , intense physical activity can trigger the release of endorphins, chemicals in the brain that make you feel happy and euphoric. Leading some people to crave regular workouts.

Did you know?

Substance abuse can negatively impact personal hygiene and grooming, which can increase the risk of infections and diseases.

Poor Hygiene

Substance abuse can increase the risk of physical health issues, such as heart disease, stroke and liver damage.

Health affects

Substance abuse can result in taking too much of a drug, which can cause life-threatening symptoms or death

Overdose

Substance abuse can impair judgement, coordination and reaction time, leading to accidents and injuries.

Increased injury risk