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Improving Quality of Life: Substance Use and Aging

Report

This report examines the issues and misconceptions around substance use by older adults. Experts contribute chapters on epidemiology, the aging brain…

Source : Canadian Centre on Substance Use and Addiction (CCSA)
Format: PDF
Published: 2018
Topics: Legalization and policy approaches, Spectrum of substance use, Population-specific resources

Clearing the Smoke on Cannabis: Regular Use and Mental Health

Report

This report reviews research about the relationship between cannabis use and a number of mental health conditions. Findings of the report indicate th…

Source : Canadian Centre on Substance Use and Addiction (CCSA)
Format: PDF
Published: 2019
Topics: Legalization and policy approaches, Spectrum of substance use, Substance-specific resources

Talking Pot with Youth: A Cannabis Communication Guide for Youth Allies

Guide

This guide provides introductory information and a set of exercises to engage youth in meaningful discussions and conversations about cannabis. This …

Source : Canadian Centre on Substance Use and Addiction (CCSA)
Format: PDF
Published: 2020
Topics: Legalization and policy approaches, Spectrum of substance use, Substance-specific resources, Population-specific resources

Status of Mental Health, Addictions and Substance Use Health in Ottawa During the COVID-19 Pandemic, Fall of 2021

Report

The COVID-19 pandemic is impacting us in significant ways. We have all been affected by the closure of schools and businesses, and the challenges tha…

Source : Ottawa Public Health
Format: PDF
Published: 2022
Topics: Legalization and policy approaches, Spectrum of substance use, Provincial/Territorial and local data

have THAT talk About Substance Use Health

Website

The have THAT talk series was developed to raise awareness about the importance of mental health in all areas of our lives. Everyone can take action …

Source : Ottawa Public Health, CAPSA
Format: Link
Published: 2022
Topics: Background information on stigma, Spectrum of substance use

Clearing the Smoke on Cannabis: Respiratory and Cardiovascular Effects of Cannabis Smoking

Report

This report reviews research about the effects of smoking cannabis on the cardiovascular and respiratory systems (heart and lungs). Findings of the r…

Source : Canadian Centre on Substance Use and Addiction (CCSA)
Format: PDF
Published: 2020
Topics: Legalization and policy approaches, Spectrum of substance use, Substance-specific resources

Be Wise - Cannabis and Older Adults

Background document

Authored using Active Aging Canada research, reviewed by experts, tested across Canada with older adults, the Be Wise booklet is designed to help ol…

Source : Active Aging Canada
Format: PDF
Published: 2021
Topics: Legalization and policy approaches, Spectrum of substance use, Substance-specific resources, Population-specific resources

Conversations of Substance with Dr. Peter Cornish

Podcast

This podcast episode is with Dr. Peter Cornish, an Honorary Research Professor at Memorial University in Newfoundland. He’s also the Co-Director of S…

Source : CAPSA
Format: Audio
Published: 2023
Topics: Spectrum of substance use, Implementing a public health approach to substance use

Cross-Cultural Series #2: Drug Use, Harm Reduction, and Working with People Who Use Drugs

Webinar

The second of three trainings to introduce learners to harm reduction, designed for Indigenous and settler ethno-cultural HIV/AIDS organizations. Par…

Source : Ontario Harm Reduction Network (OHRN)
Format: Link
Published: 2020
Topics: Background information on harm reduction, Why people use substances, Spectrum of substance use

Taking Care: A Short Guide to Breastfeeding and Substance Use

Guide

Substance use is a part of many people’s lives. It can be recreational or medicinal, something that helps with stress or gives pleasure, or be a chal…

Source : Centre of Excellence for Women's Health (CEWH)
Format: PDF
Published: 2021
Topics: Legalization and policy approaches, Spectrum of substance use, Population-specific resources