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23.01.2022 Have you checked out the new expanded Families and Friends Support Program (FFSP) yet? #FFSP provides information on how families/friends can best help their loved ones who drink alcohol or use drugs. Learn more about this FREE online program here: https://aod.ffsp.com.au/ The Matilda Centre for Research in Mental Health and Substance Use

23.01.2022 Families and friends are integral to effective support and recovery of people with substance use issues, however they often neglect their own needs - Professor Kay-Lambkin (The University of Newcastle, Australia) Register for tomorrow's FREE webinar to learn more about the new Family and Friends Support Program (FFSP) https://tinyurl.com/FFSPlaunch The Matilda Centre for Research in Mental Health and Substance Use

23.01.2022 Researchers from Sydney Health's Matilda Centre and the University of Newcastle expanded our Family and Friend Support Program for family and friends of ice use...rs to include support for family and friends of people who are experiencing problems with alcohol and other substances. Read more in the Newcastle Herald: https://www.newcastleherald.com.au//support-at-hand-for-ca See more

21.01.2022 A recent Australian study found that a large proportion of people who inject drugs report injecting multiple substances simultaneously (such as heroin & methamphetamine). Read the paper here: https://doi.org/10.1111/add.15217 To learn more about the effects of using ice with other drugs, visit: http://ow.ly/fZ5I50BtazY

21.01.2022 The Cracks in the Ice team will be out of the office on Monday 5th October for the public holiday. You can still access all our resources at https://cracksintheice.org.au/ For when and where to get help, visit: https://cracksintheice.org.au/when-and-where-do-i-get-help

20.01.2022 Around 27 million people worldwide (0.5% of the adult population) are estimated to have used amphetamines in the past year, according to the World Drug Report 2020. To learn more about global trends in amphetamine use, including methamphetamines, visit: http://ow.ly/1oES50B21nO

19.01.2022 Our brand new workshop "Thriving at work" is the first cab off the rank next year! Learn how to respond to complex and at risk clients. Skill up with knowledge ...about burnout, compassion fatigue and vicarious trauma in the AOD industry. https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/the-art-of-thriving-at-work

19.01.2022 Did you know that 93% of AOD workers find their work meaningful? ICYMI, the results from the National Workforce Survey are now available. To learn more about the Australian AOD workforce and what's happening with worker wellbeing, visit: http://ow.ly/qRjs50BgtwI National Centre for Education and Training on Addiction - NCETA

19.01.2022 Orygen is conducting a survey to understand the impact of COVID-19 restrictions on the drug & alcohol use of young people living in Victoria. If you have used alcohol or other drugs (such as methamphetamine) in the past year, take the survey here: http://ow.ly/UJxD50BpFQa

19.01.2022 Do you work with people affected by crystal methamphetamine in South Australia? Researchers have developed a website for Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander peoples affected by ice. Complete this survey to go into the draw to win one of 20 grocery only vouchers valued at $50 http://ow.ly/ZL9050Cu3XB

18.01.2022 Addiction is a health condition that can affect one in five Australians. Yet, due to stigma, shame, and a community belief that recovery is not possible, indiv...iduals touched by addiction typically delay seeking help for nearly twenty years. Sign our petition for a national plan to address Addiction in Australia at www.rethinkaddiction.org.au/petition

17.01.2022 This National Carers Week, we'd like to acknowledge all the carers who support those affected by crystal methamphetamine & other substances. Visit https://cracksintheice.org.au/families-friends to find information & resources to support friends, families & carers #Carers2020 Carers Australia

17.01.2022 Job opportunity: St Vincent's Hospital, Sydney is looking for a Clinical Research Coordinator in their Alcohol and Drug Service. Work across NCCRED and the National Drug and Alcohol Research Centre (NDARC) to manage exciting research projects with an emphasis on methamphetamine and emerging drugs of concern. Apply by 1st December http://ow.ly/udJ950CoIcp

15.01.2022 Did you miss our last webinar on problem gambling and substance use? Catch up now by watching the recording at http://ow.ly/grvo50Bgtz6. This webinar was presented by Dr Christopher Hunt from the Gambling Treatment and Research Centre at the University of Sydney

13.01.2022 In this new interactive online workshop you will learn about the brain, the impact of drugs, and how it affects treatment. Learn how to adapt your approach to i...mprove client outcomes. Up to 70% of people in alcohol and other drug treatment have significant cognitive impairment related to drug use, lifestyle or other factors. In this workshop, learn about the parts of the brain that can be affected by drug use and the impact on functioning https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/the-brain-workshop-online-/

12.01.2022 How dangerous is driving under the influence of crystal methamphetamine (ice)? Read this factsheet to learn more about the dangers of driving on ice and penalties involved. Visit: http://ow.ly/54e750BTXHi

12.01.2022 The Family and Friends Support Program (FFS) is a vital, new program to support families and friends who have a loved one with a substance use issue. Want to learn more? Join us for our FREE webinar today at 12pm AEDT! https://tinyurl.com/FFSPwebinar This webinar will be presented by Professor Frances Kay-Lambkin from The University of Newcastle, Australia

09.01.2022 Today is World Mental Health Day, a day to help raise awareness of mental health issues around the world Did you know 1 in 3 individuals with a substance use disorder, also have at least one co-occurring anxiety or mood disorder? Visit: http://ow.ly/Ty3r50Bfsdt to learn more

09.01.2022 People using methamphetamines, like crystal methamphetamine, can experience mental health symptoms that last a few days to a few weeks. For some people, symptoms persist & result in longer term effects. To learn more, visit http://ow.ly/DkxX50Bgs0z

08.01.2022 Struggling to conduct AOD therapy remotely? Here are some tips! https://www.360edge.com.au/5-tips-conducting-aod-therapy-r/

08.01.2022 The COVID-19 pandemic has brought significant changes to our lives. You may be feeling distracted, angry or worried about the future. It's important to acknowledge that we are experiencing the collective loss of security and certainty. This factsheet provides ideas on how to respond to change and how to support yourself and others https://cracksintheice.org.au//responding-to-change-and-lo

07.01.2022 The National Centre for Clinical Research on Emerging Drugs (NCCRED) and National Centre for Education and Training on Addiction - NCETA have developed an onlin...e Clinical Guidelines Matrix. This online resource enables clinicians working across all clinical settings to identify the best quality Clinical Practice Guidelines for their treatment area and population type. Download for FREE.

07.01.2022 For online drug education resources for school communities, visit the Positive Choices website https://positivechoices.org.au/ and follow their Facebook page for all the latest updates!

06.01.2022 Domestic and family violence increases during periods of crisis such as the COVID-19. If you need immediate support, please call 1800RESPECT on 1800 737 732. For information about the signs of domestic and family violence, safety planning and other support options, read this new factsheet: https://cracksintheice.org.au//domestic-violence-during-pe

03.01.2022 If you know someone who uses ice here are some tips on talking to them.

02.01.2022 Are you an AOD worker? The Comorbidity Guidelines Online Training Program provides evidence-based information to assist with the management of AOD and mental health conditions. Access this FREE training program here: http://ow.ly/FHFJ50BgvIV