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Alcoholism

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Journal article

Review of alcohol use among Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples: patterns, impacts and community-led responses

Monika Dzidowska, Nicole Hewlett, Lynette Bullen, Taleah Reynolds, Summer Loggins, James Conigrave
This review provides an overview of alcohol use among Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples using the latest research. It discusses the historical context and scope of alcohol use, impacts on individuals and whole communities, relevant national policies and strategies, and presents an overview of efforts to address alcohol use and finally, future directions.
Research Summary

Childhood maltreatment causes life-long mental health conditions


This summary presents findings from research that estimates that childhood maltreatment causes up to 40 percent of common mental health disorders and highlights the need to address the underlying drivers of child maltreatment.
Evaluation

Strengthening the evidence base for Aboriginal alcohol and other drug residential rehabilitation services

A. Tranh, Stella Nalukwago, N. Henderson, J. Coyte, D. Edwards, T. Stacey, T. Gordon, A. Bennett, A. Lee

This evaluation investigates the process of working with six Aboriginal alcohol and other drug residential rehabilitation services in New South Wales to embed a best-evidence Standardised Assessment Tool (SAT) into their service delivery processes, and the outcomes of using it for service improvement. It concludes that the SAT and the Continuous Quality Improvement processes are...
Report

Seeing the clear light of day: expert reference group on decriminalising public drunkenness


This report has been prepared by the expert reference group appointed to advise the Victorian government on the decriminalisation of public drunkenness and the development of an alternative health-based response.
Strategy

National alcohol strategy 2019-2028


This strategy outlines the Australian Government's framework to prevent and reduce alcohol-related harm. It highlights possible actions at the local, state or territory and national levels.