Join our upcoming webinar, 'An Introduction to Trauma Informed Practice to Support People with Problematic Substance Use' with experts Catriona Matheson & more 📅 Monday 6 June | 7pm Open to RPS members only, book now: bit.ly/3lUmId9

Our message to survivors of domestic abuse tonight is clear: if you need support, Refuge is here for you, round the clock. We will believe you and we will support you. You are not alone.

The Taskforce’s final report, “Changing Lives”, has just been published. Read it here: drugdeathstaskforce.scot/news-informati…. Thanks to all those who have been involved over the past 3 years

'Women, Alcohol, Pregnancy and FASD' In this first blog of six, Professor Moira Plant shares highlights from her report to be published this summer.qnis.org.uk/blog/women-alc… QNIS

NEW: The number of deaths due to drug misuse fell slightly in Scotland last year to 1,330 but was still the 2nd highest on record. 2021 is the 1st year since 2013 when there has not been an increase. Read on for main points. Full report: nrscotland.gov.uk/statistics-and… #NRSStats 1/4

Training pharmacy teams in a psychologically informed environments approach is feasible and well received👇 RPS in Scotland @ Drugs Research Network Scotland The PDA CPharmacyScot NES Pharmacy doi.org/10.1017/S14634…

We are delighted to share our new TURAS resources on Reducing alcohol and other drug related deaths. These resources support the provision of psychosocial psychological interventions focusing on reducing the risk of alcohol & drug related deaths. 👇👇👇👇 learn.nes.nhs.scot/31758

Developed by my colleagues in #ARBDGlasgow team 👏🏻

A great resource, highlighting the key skills a clinical neuropsychologist can bring across a diverse range of services.

So saddened to hear this news. ⁦Turning Point Scotland⁩ 218 is a unique service supporting some of the most vulnerable women in Glasgow with complex needs, and the staff team are hugely motivated and compassionate. A great loss ⁦ glasgowtimes.co.uk/news/scottish-…

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Imagine needing help for a health crisis, but stigma stands in your way.🍺🧠That’s the reality for many with Alcohol-Related Brain Damage (ARBD). Katie Haighton et al reveal how stigma, even within healthcare, blocks access to diagnosis and treatment. preprints.org/manuscript/202…

An amazing varied programme with excellent line up of speakers 🧠

Alcohol affects the brain in both the short and long term. In the short term, alcohol acts on parts of the brain that affecting our balance, speech, reaction times and our behaviour Long term heavy use of alcohol can cause brain damage Find out more 🔽

Glad I found this today, an emerging directory for neuropsychology clinical practice - demystifying statistics and loads of great resources!

.Carol Mochan MSP will use her Members' Business Debate to highlight the issue of alcohol-related brain damage (ARBD) in the South Scotland region and across the country. Read the the motion at: ow.ly/VOi750Vagsb Watch online from approx 5pm: at ow.ly/QxR950Vags9

Fantastic to see this presented at Scottish Parliament yesterday. Holistic and integrated services are vital for recognition, prevention and support/treatment for ARBD. #ARBD

Research suggests approx. 35% of dependent drinkers have some form of alcohol-related brain damage (ARBD) Leeanne MacPherson 💙 BSc (Hons) & Dr Ben Chetcuti share their experiences of working with #ARBD patients and the various ways these service users can be stigmatised. shaap.org.uk/stigma-series-…

Great summary of the psychological and neurological impact of alcohol on our brains. Implications for decision making, choices, capacity all relevant. Long term changes to brain structure and function need specialist support from #ARBD services #worldbrainday