A ‘dual diagnosis’ community psychiatric nurse service in Lanarkshire: service innovation

   A ‘dual diagnosis’ community psychiatric nurse service in Lanarkshire: service innovation, Psychiatric Bulletin  2008, 32: 139-142
Abstract:  We established two ‘dual diagnosis’ community psychiatric nurse posts within community mental health teams in Lanarkshire to improve the service care for individuals with comorbidity. A questionnaire-based evaluation of the service over a 2-year period was conducted.
Comorbidity [...]

Further evidence of an association between adolescent bipolar disorder with smoking and substance use disorders: A controlled study

Further evidence of an association between adolescent bipolar disorder with smoking and substance use disorders: A controlled study, Drug and Alcohol Dependence, Volume 95, Issue 3, Pages 187-288 (1 June 200
Abstract:  Although previous work suggests that juvenile onset bipolar disorder increases risk for substance use disorders and cigarette smoking, the literature on the [...]

Mindfulness Meditation for Alcohol Relapse Prevention: A Feasibility Pilot Study.

Mindfulness Meditation for Alcohol Relapse Prevention: A Feasibility Pilot Study.  Journal of Addiction Medicine. April 2008
Abstract:
Objectives: Meditation is a promising treatment for alcohol dependence. This 16-week prospective case series was designed to gather preliminary data about the efficacy of meditation for relapse prevention and to evaluate study methods feasibility.
Methods: Nineteen adult alcohol-dependent graduates of [...]

Dual Diagnosis - Perceptions of their new role and function

An investigation into the aspirations and experiences of newly appointed dual diagnosis workers,    Authors: MCLAUGHLIN, D. F.; SINES, D.; LONG, A.Journal of Psychiatric & Mental Health Nursing, Volume 15, Number 4, May 2008 , pp. 296-305
Abstract:  This qualitative, exploratory study was designed to explore a sample of eight recently appointed dual diagnosis workers’ (DDWs) perceptions of their new [...]

Risky drinking in North West school children and its consequences: A study of fifteen and sixteen year olds

Risky drinking in North West school children and its consequences: A study of fifteen and sixteen year olds Authors: Authors: Sara Hughes, Mark A. Bellis, Karen Hughes, Karen Tocque, Michela Morleo, Matt Hennessey, Linda Smallthwaite -
Abstract: Alcohol consumption has emerged as a key public health priority both in the UK and in Europe as a [...]

NICE - Promoting children’s social and emotional wellbeing in primary education

  Promoting children’s social and emotional wellbeing in primary education, 26 March 2008. NICE Public Health Guidance 12.
Abstract:
Aims: Children’s social and emotional wellbeing is important in its own right but also because it affects their physical health (both as a child and as an adult) and can determine how well they do at school. Good [...]

FETAL ALCOHOL SPECTRUM DISORDER: AN OVERVIEW.

   FETAL ALCOHOL SPECTRUM DISORDER: AN OVERVIEW. Raja A S Mukherjee: S Hollins: J Turk. March 2007, JRSM, volume 99. 2006 pg 298-302, with permission from the Royal Society of Medicine Press, London.
Abstract: Fetal alcohol spectrum disorders is an umbrella term for a set of disorders caused by the consumption of alcohol by a [...]

BMA - Alcohol Misuse: Tackling the UK Epidemic

    Alcohol misuse: tackling the UK epidemic from the BMA, considers the problematic levels of alcohol misuse in the UK and is not aimed at those who enjoy consuming alcohol in moderation. It examines the patterns and trends of alcohol consumption and goes on to review the range of adverse effects both on the individual [...]

Treating Depression in Alcohol Misuse

Treating Depression in Alcohol Misuse, Drug and Therapeutics Bulletin 2008;46:11-14

Abstract: Alcohol misuse and depression commonly occur together.Compared with either condition alone, having both can lead to worse outcomes, including poorer adherence to medication and an increased risk of suicide.Here we focus on the treatment of unipolar depression in people who misuse alcohol.

For the full-text of [...]

Changing Habits - North West Dual Diagnosis Intelligence Report

     Changing Habits - North West Dual Diagnosis Intelligence Report, July 2007, CSIP
Emerging Findings — Access to Mental Health Treatment for Adults with Substance and/or Alcohol Misuse Problems
This report is on the treatment needs of individuals experiencing concurrent mental health, drug and/or alcohol related problems.  Readers are also encouraged to review the individual journey of [...]

Mental Health Videos To Watch from your Computer

  Todays presentation is brought to you by NHS Choices, 30th January 2008

It couldn’t be simpler, no getting in the car to Blockbuster, just click on the links below and you can watch the videos from your PC.  So pop the kettle on and make yourself comfy the film starts in 2 minutes. ..

Alcohol: Do you [...]

Men Drink More Alcohol than Women

    In a Press Release from the Office of National Statistics relating to the publication of

Smoking and drinking among adults 2006
Drinking: adults’ behaviour and knowledge in 2007

Key findings were:

Alcohol consumption in 2006 was higher in England and in Wales than in Scotland: 13.7 and 13.5 units a week, on average, respectively, compared with 11.6 units.

Men [...]

Drinking Places: Where people drink and why

    Drinking Places: Where people drink and why,  28th December 2007, Joseph Rowntree Foundation, Summary Report, November 2007 
The recent relaxation of the licensing laws has focused attention on binge drinking by young people in public places. This study examined alcohol consumption in two contrasting geographical areas (one urban, one rural), including attitudes to and use of alcohol [...]

Safe, Sensible, Social & Alcohol

    Safe. Sensible. Social. Alcohol Strategy Local Implementation Toolkit, January 2008, from the Home Office, Department of Health, Department for Children, Schools and Families
Best Practice Guidance
This toolkit is a resource to help local teams develop strategies to address alcohol-related crime, ill health and other harm in line with Safe. Sensible. Social. The next steps in [...]