Während in anderen Ländern wie den USA und Kanada Take-Home-Naloxon (THN) als Lebensretter anerkannt ist, bleibt die schadensmindernde Maßnahme in Deutschland deutlich hinter ihrem Potenzial zurück. Dieses Buch bietet einen ersten Überblick über THN, die Verbreitung in Deutschland und was es für eine flächendeckende Versorgung bräuchte, damit Drogentodesfälle verhindert werden können. Im Rahmen von NALtrain wurden Mitarbeitende aus Einrichtungen der Aids- und Drogenhilfe ausgebildet, Naloxon-Schulungen für Menschen anzubieten die Opioide konsumieren. Das Buch enthält die...

This anthology examines the role of NGOs in the treatment of drug addiction and the prevention of infectious diseases such as HIV, hepatitis and tuberculosis in Central Asia and China. Innovative methods and partnerships with state organisations are presented. The book deals with neuromodulation and digital therapies in China as well as the self-organisation of drug users in Germany. Furthermore, organisations and programmes in Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan such as AFEW, DOOR, INTILISH and the WINGS programme for the prevention of gender-based violence against women are presented. Alternative...

The rise of new psychoactive substances (NPS) is a major challenge in drug policy, as these substances evade legal controls and spread quickly. This volume explores the NPS crisis in Central Asia and China, focusing on government responses within public health, law enforcement, and drug policy reforms. It offers a comprehensive look at regional and global trends, early warning systems, and harm reduction services. By addressing these complex challenges, the book contributes to the evolving debate on drug policy, public health, and human rights in combating synthetic drugs.With...