21-09-2009
Z-drugs on the RADAR
Lifeline has periodically been running a type of early warning research called RADAR. Last year we adapted this research method and piloted a version that attempted to find out what our services are actually seeing. One of the issues that was highlighted was the injection of zopiclone and other (so called) z-drugs in the north east of England. This led us to do a dedicated RADAR report with local agencies and to develop a leaflet aimed at users in the North East. We are now able to release this information and make the report and leaflet available as downloads for those who may be experiencing similar situations or are just plain interested in the subject.
| Zimmers A drug user's guide to Zopiclone (click to view) | Zopiclone Assessment (Report) Dr Russell Newcombe (click to view) | |
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Who do they tell? (A46)
8 page booklet detailing the records that are kept by drug services about their clients and in what circumstances information is shared. Includes information about the National Drug Treatment Monitoring System and the Treatments Outcome Profile.
Alcopops Poster (K1)
The poster and postcards feature information on: drinking, driving and overcrowding cars; advertising; alcohol content; drinking to appear hard, risky situations; drinking alone and helping friends. Space is provided for local information.
Tough Choices
Paul Keeling offers an introduction to the possible journey offenders might take in the light of the expansion of the Drug Intervention Programme
Comment On The NTA Treatment Effectiveness Strategy
In July 2005 the National Treatment Agency for Substance Misuse launched its new 'Treatment Effectiveness Strategy' which is aimed at improving the service user's journey into, through and beyond treatment.