102. Harm Reduction Associated with Substance Use Disorders in a Post Pandemic World: A Global Perspective
October 20, 2022 2022-10-27 5:21102. Harm Reduction Associated with Substance Use Disorders in a Post Pandemic World: A Global Perspective
102. Harm Reduction Associated with Substance Use Disorders in a Post Pandemic World: A Global Perspective
102. Harm Reduction Associated with Substance Use Disorders in a Post Pandemic World: A Global Perspective
Dana Murphy-Parker, MS, PMHNP-BC, CARN-AP, FIAAN; University of Colorado; Colorado, USA
Paulo Seabra, PhD; Lisbon Nursing School; Portuagal
Adrian Jugdoyal, G Dip, PGCAP, BSc (Hons), BSc (Hons), Dip HE; Faculty of Health, Social Care and Education, Middlesex University; UK
Adam Searby, RN, PhD; Deakin University, Melbourne; Australia
Virtual attendance by Theresa Fay-Hillier, DrPH, MSN, PMHCNS-BC, Drexel University; Roseann Regan, PhD, APRN, BC, Drexel University
Learning objectives:
- Identify two evidence-based harm reduction interventions
- Identify the impact bias has on Harm Reduction interventions
- Identify at least one difference in Harm Reductions interventions globally.
Abstract:
According to the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crimes (2018) the scope of drugs and drug markets are increasing and spreading globally as never before. These findings make it clear that the international community needs to step up its responses to cope with these challenges. In an effort to examine the pandemic concerns of substances that have raised the alarm of addiction, also called substance use disorders, members of The International Nurses Society on Addictions (IntNSA), representing Australia, England, Portugal, and the United States, collaborated to address similarities and differences among countries that have impacted successes and/or failures related to treating substance use disorders. The Mission of IntNSA is “To advance excellence in nursing care for the prevention and treatment of addictions for diverse populations across all practice settings through advocacy, collaboration, education, research and policy development.” The Vision of IntNSA is “To be a global leader in addictions nursing.” This presentation will focus on harm reduction approaches following the impact of COVID 19 on substance use disorders.
Theresa Moore
I’ve found since our treatment center moved from an abstinence based focus to harm reduction to be much more humane and promotes long term recovery as patients have a more positive connection with staff and treatment.