Treatment

The range of medical, psychological, and social services designed to help individuals reduce or stop substance use and manage substance use disorders. Treatment may include assessment, counselling and behavioural therapies, medication-assisted treatment, withdrawal management, and support for co-occurring mental or physical health conditions. Effective treatment is typically person-centred and evidence-informed, and may be provided in outpatient, community, or residential settings. Treatment aims to improve health and functioning, reduce substance-related harms, and support individuals in moving toward recovery and long-term wellbeing.

Online Training: Using CBT to support families affected by addiction

3 December 2025

Online

This one day training looks at using cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) skills to support families affected by addiction. The course covers all the essential skills that can help families to change their unhelpful thoughts, feelings and behaviours in response to a loved one’s addiction.

Impact Survey

News

6 June 2025

This survey is a collaborative effort by ICUDDR, NECPAM and ISAM. Together, we are trying to assess the impact recent reductions in funding have had to the workforce of fields dealing with substance use related issues.

Exploring Multiple Pathways of Recovery

ISSUP Webinar

24 June 2025

ISSUP Global, in collaboration with Faces & Voices of Recovery, presents its webinar, "Exploring Multiple Pathways of Recovery."

Predictors of Participation in Prenatal Substance Use Assessment, Counseling, and Treatment Among Pregnant Individuals in Prenatal Settings Who Use Cannabis

Scientific article

Abstract Objectives Assessment and counseling are recommended for individuals with prenatal cannabis use. We examined characteristics that predict prenatal substance use assessment and counseling among individuals who screened positive for...

International Conference on Drug Abuse and Addiction Studies (ICODAAS) 2025

9 November 2025

Antalya

Türkiye

The International Conference on Drug Abuse and Addiction Studies (ICODAAS) is an international scientific event committed to advancing knowledge, policy, and practice in the field of substance use and addiction.

What is the ISSUP Nurses Network?

Community update

2 June 2025

A New Era for the ISSUP Nurses Network: Rekindling a Global Force for Addiction Care

California Society of Addiction Medicine Annual Conference – 2025

13 August 2025

California

United States

Calling all California Society of Addiction Medicine members! Don’t miss your chance to be part of the premier event in addiction medicine – the CSAM Annual Conference. This year, we’re bringing together top experts, cutting-edge research, and hands-on workshops to advance your practice and inspire change.

Managing Drug Use Disorder Treatment Services in Line with International ‘Key Quality Standards’: A Handbook for Managers

Guide

21 May 2025

This resource is designed to help leaders and managers transfer current technology on ‘what works’ and what is efficient and ethical management in drug treatment into practice.

Managing drug use disorder treatment services in line with international ‘Key Quality Standards’.

ISSUP Webinar

21 May 2025

ISSUP and the International Consortium on Quality (ICQ) present the launch webinar of Managing Drug Use Disorder Treatment Services in Line with International ‘Key Quality Standards’: A Handbook for Managers.

HEALING BEYOND SOBRIETY

Community update

18 May 2025

Recovery is more than achieving sobriety – it is about building resilience for lifelong wellness. While traditional addiction treatment focuses on abstinence, true recovery requires comprehensive post-treatment support that addresses mental...