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ContEnts
‘Disinvestment
has become
the norm... so
where does
that leave us?’
ON THE COVER
A modern take on classical philosophy, p6
4 NEWS
Scots record highest hospital admissions; Brits get drunk more than other nations.
6 HOLE IN THE SOUL
What can Classical Greek philosophy teach us about the nature of addiction,
asks Albert Yates.
8 BRAND NEW DAY
The government’s new drug recovery champion, Dr Edward Day, talks to DDN.
10 STAYING AHEAD
Let’s look on the bright side of CQC inspections, says Jay Stewart.
10 THE PLACE TO GROW
Kate Halliday on a new, revitalised FDAP.
11 KEEPING CLIENTS MOVING
Skilling people up for a changing workplace is vital, says Asi Panditharatna.
12 INNER STRENGTH
It’s time to unleash the power of emotional intelligence, says Derek Fredericks.
14 RISING TIDE
Calls for policy change are becoming more urgent, hear parliamentarians.
16 CZAR GAZING
How do we get policymakers onside, asks Mike Trace.
17 LETTERS
Failing survivors of childhood sexual abuse; legalisation wrangles.
18 A CALL TO ENGAGE
Get involved in Addiction Awareness Week, says Graham Beech.
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wenty years ago substance misuse treatment was a
government priority, with a 400 per cent increase in
investment (page 16). A decade ago the government-
funded Drug Interventions Programme was diverting many people
away from the criminal justice system and into education and
treatment programmes (page 14). Since then disinvestment has
become the norm.
So where does that leave us? In dire need of a clear harm
reduction led strategy to replace a ‘tough on drugs’ approach that
is unfit for purpose in every way, according to a parliamentary
meeting that included senior police and highly experienced
policymakers.
The government’s newly appointed drug recovery champion is a
welcome arrival, promising a listening ear, a strong voice, and a
commitment to tackling stigma and prejudice around people who
have had problems with drugs (page 8). His professional
experience will certainly bring an informed view to the home
secretary’s drug strategy board, and it is encouraging that he is
already a keen supporter of service user involvement and peer-led
recovery communities.
Meanwhile, far away from Westminster, we’re continuing our
quest for new and interesting approaches to understanding
addiction and in this month’s cover story Albert Yates offers a
fascinating journey into Classical Greek philosophy. Could Socrates
teach us a thing or two about nurturing the soul?
Claire Brown, editor
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