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Druglink article 2008 – The reaction by Neil McKeganey, Dr David Best and Paul Hayes
Over the next six pages, three key figures from the drug treatment field provide comprehensive responses to Mike Ashton’s explosive article, The New Abstentionists. The reaction (PDF)
Druglink handout 2008 – The new abstentionists by Mike Ashton
Around Bonfire Night 2007 a rocket shook the peak of England’s drug treatment structure – someone asked how many patients ended up drug-free. Clothless as the fabled emperor, 3% came the reply. Bullish engagement and crime reduction claims were dismissed…
Druglink article 2007 – ‘Is rehab better than crack?’ by Diane Taylor
The Tories are gearing up to select ‘rehab’ as its key weapon in the war against drug addiction. But, says, Diane Taylor, rehab is far from being a sure-fire success for people with severe drug problems. ‘Is rehab better than…
Druglink article 2007 – Blocking tactics by Suzanne Midgely
A study has found prisoners with class A addictions are more likely to avoid returning to drugs if they are given Naltrexone on release. Suzanne Midgley recounts the development of a ground-breaking project in Bristol. Blocking tactics (PDF)
Druglink article 2007 – Methadone in the madness by Peter Wayne
He has spent 25 of the last 30 years committing petty crime to fund a drugs habit – only to be locked up in jails teeming with drugs. But Peter Wayne’s dealings with a disjointed criminal justice system look set…
Druglink article 2007 – Back from the brink by Diane Taylor
Rhea Coombs, a 32 yer old charity worker, used to be called Angel and ran a south London crack house. Diane Taylor describes the remarkable story of a woman who hit rock bottom but survived to tell the tale Back…
Druglink article 2006 – Fashion victims by Peter McDermott
Despite its past popularity, abstinence is the latest buzzword in the treatment field. But, says Peter McDermott, those most likely to have problems abstaining could be left high and dry by the latest trend. Fashion victims (PDF)
Druglink article 2006 – Rehabs: a crisis in waiting by Bill Puddicombe
Lack of investment and referrals could turn Britain into a country where only the wealthy can enter rehab, warns Bill Puddicombe Rehabs: a crisis in waiting (PDF) Additional keywords: funding
Druglink article 2005 – Turning ideas into reality by Dawn Hart
An innovative project has found that, in the right conditions, drug users can spark change in their community. Dawn Hart on how a social business, two user groups and £5,000 may show the way forward for grassroots action. Turning ideas…