Substance Misuse. The misuse of controlled drugs within a young persons’ home, or placement is a serious issue and it is essential the response is prompt and effective. Carers will need to balance their duty of care for the young people in the home, and their role in managing young people’s behaviour, as well as their responsibilities to the wider community. In practice Carers should share information with the Police if established that a young person is using illegal substances or if illegal substances are found on the premises. A referral/ consultation with relevant drugs and alcohol service for the area must always be completed. The Social Worker should always be kept informed. It is important that all action taken is recorded by carers. Drugs and drug-related materials should be stored securely in a safe or locked device. These should not be disposed of, pending any investigation and the appropriate advice sought for disposal. If the quantity of substance and/or associated paraphernalia indicates a young person may be involved in distribution this concern needs to be reported to the police immediately. The police investigation will be appropriate and proportionate to the reported incident. A record of the removal/seizure should be kept by carers and include the following: Time and date of the removal Name of the person removing the material Description of the material Circumstances of the removal Time and date the material is placed in secure storage Signature of the person putting the article in to the storage countersigned by a second member of staff Time and date the material was removed by the Police Name and signature of the Police Officer removing the material A photo of all items seized is advisable to protect staff against any future discrepancies. To ensure controlled substances are not stored in homes any longer than necessary or transported unnecessarily by care staff, it is important every effort is made Police and care staff work together to ensure the earliest opportunity for secure disposal. Carers can dispose of alcohol and canisters (aerosols) but it is important the disposal is witnessed and a record kept, see previous list above.
Substance Misuse. If you are under the influence of alcohol or drugs we may terminate and/or rearrange the session.
Substance Misuse. Recent figures for drug and alcohol misuse among 13-15 year olds show a significant improvement, with targets exceeded. However, levels of alcohol and drug misuse by young people are a source of serious concern. 2006 survey finding show 17% of 13 year old and 38% of 15 year old self reporting using alcohol in the last week. In 2006/7 there were 29 children aged under 15 years hospitalised with alcohol related diagnosis. The 2006 survey also showed 5% of 13 year olds and 12% of 15 year olds self reporting smoking regularly each week and 3% of 13 year olds and 9% of 15 year olds self reporting using drugs in the last month. A new Lifestyle survey of Highland’s young people will provide additional local detail. Current NHS Highland data shows 29 young people admitted to hospital with substance misuse.
Substance Misuse. Domestic violence has been shown to be closely associated with alcohol and drug misuse (Xxxxx, Xxxxx, Xxxxxx, et al, 1990; Xxxxxxxx, 2005; Chang, Shen & Xxxxxxxx, 2009; Xxxxxxxxxxx & Xxxx-Xxxxxxx, 2006); although findings are not always consistent (Xxxxx & Xxxx, 2003). A paucity of research has examined the temporal relationship between women’s substance misuse and experiences of abuse (World Health Organization, 2007); yet, a recent longitudinal study found that domestic violence within the first year of marriage was predictive of women’s heavy episodic drinking one year later (Xxxxx, Xxxxxxxxxx & Xxxxxxx, 2003). It is beyond the scope of this research study to review the substantial literature on the relationship between domestic violence and substance misuse.
Substance Misuse. The misuse of controlled drugs within a Community Home is a serious issue and it is essential that the response is prompt and effective. In responding to incidents, carers will be guided by the Government’s tackling Drugs Together Strategy, which proposes collaborative action to:
Substance Misuse. Each prison will: ensure that clinical and substance misuse services aim to be broadly equivalent to those provided in the community and in line with current SPS and national substance misuse policy; and be represented appropriately on the Alcohol and Drugs Partnerships (ADPs) to ensure that the assessed needs of Scottish prisoners are recognised within the Community Planning partnerships process.
Substance Misuse a majority of authorities sought new ways of spending and allocating funding for drug and alcohol abuse. Many sought to join up approaches and funding streams. In particular, funding such as the Drug Intervention Programme was to be used to tackle alcohol abuse and that funding should be allocated based on local priorities.
Substance Misuse. Reducing misuse of alcohol amongst youths 1 2 3
Substance Misuse. The possession, use of or involvement with certain drugs or other controlled substances is illegal and against University policy. Any action which breaches any drugs-related legislation will be regarded as a serious disciplinary matter. • On all occasions, Residents found using drugs will be referred automatically to the Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) and the Director of Physical Resources who may refer to the University’s Disciplinary Committee. • Immediate action (which may include removal) may be taken if the safety or well-being of residents is affected, or the supply of drugs is involved. • This includes the use of any substance intended to produce a legal high, hallucinogenic or similar effect, as it may result in the termination of this agreement and your removal from University accommodation. • If you have information in relation to an arrestable offence you must inform the PSNI within a reasonable time. It is a criminal offence to occupy premises and knowingly allow drug related offences to take place.
Substance Misuse. The priority is informed by the West Sussex Substance Misuse Needs Assessment 2021. It has the following sections: • Context, policy and priorities • Local Population characteristics/demographics in West Sussex • Substance use and prevalence in the community, with particular attention given to vulnerable groups • Community level impacts • Service information and unmet need • Mental health and pathways for co-existing conditions (i.e., substance misuse and mental health) • COVID response and new ways of working. Our engagement with partners when undertaking the Needs Assessment consistently demonstrated the complexity and extent of substance misuse and the harm it causes at both a personal and community level. However, it also showed the many possibilities for positive change. Reflecting the findings and recommendations of the Assessment, the priority domains for action in 2021/2 are:
1. To reduce deaths caused by drug taking and ill health associated with long term substance use:
2. To ensure the delivery of effective treatment and recovery support by:
3. To strengthen prevention and early identification:
