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Women's health. Help for substance misusers

J Snell

    Nursing Times
    |March 6, 1996
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    Heavy drinking in women is rising, yet targeted services remain scarce. This paper details a successful weekly drop-in session for women facing alcohol and drug issues, attracting significant attendance.

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    Area of Science:

    • Addiction Medicine
    • Public Health
    • Mental Health Services

    Background:

    • Increasing prevalence of heavy alcohol consumption among women.
    • Challenges in developing and implementing effective services for women with substance use disorders.
    • Need for accessible and targeted support for this demographic.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To describe the operational model of a weekly drop-in session for women with alcohol and drug problems.
    • To highlight the success of a targeted intervention in attracting and serving women with substance use issues.
    • To provide insights into a practical approach for engaging women in mental health services.

    Main Methods:

    • Description of a weekly drop-in session model.
    • Service provision by Riverside Mental Health NHS Trust in London.
    • Clientele tracking to assess session attendance and engagement.

    Main Results:

    • The drop-in session successfully attracts up to 23 clients per week.
    • Demonstrates a viable model for engaging women with alcohol and drug problems.
    • Indicates a positive response to a specifically designed service for women.

    Conclusions:

    • Targeted, accessible drop-in sessions can effectively engage women with alcohol and drug problems.
    • The Riverside Mental Health NHS Trust model offers a replicable approach for similar services.
    • Further development of specialized services is crucial to address rising trends in women's heavy drinking.

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