Naslov
Implementation of Quality Standards in Drug Demand Reduction: Preliminary Findings from the FENIQS-EU Project

Autori
Jerkovic, Dijana ; Novakova, Elizabeth ; Miovsky, Michal ; Vanderplasschen, Wouter

Kolaboracija
Ghent University, Faculty of Psychology and Educational Sciences

Izvornik
Adiktologie (1213-3841) 1 (2023); 9-16

Vrsta, podvrsta i kategorija rada
Radovi u časopisima, članak, znanstveni

Ključne riječi
Quality Standards ; Implementation ; Addiction ; Prevention ; Treatment / Social reintegration ; Harm Reduction ; European Union

Sažetak
INTRODUCTION: Quality Standards (QS) are an important priority in European drug policy, although the extent of their application remains unclear. The FENIQS-EU project (Further ENhancing the Implementation of Quality Standards in drug demand reduction across Europe) was set up to foster the use of QS. The objective of this paper is to present the main findings of the first 18 months of this project. METHODS: A multi-method study design was used to assess QS application. It consisted of 1) an online survey and brief interviews with key stakeholders in various areas of drug demand reduction across Europe ; 2) the development of criteria and selection of inspiring practices ; 3) a Delphi study to reach consensus around successful QS implementation strategies. RESULTS: QS have primarily been implemented in the prevention domain, with the European Drug Prevention Quality Standards as the most commonly implemented standards. In the treatment/social reintegration domain, national standards and the Standards and Goals of Therapeutic Communities are most commonly used, while the EU Council conclusions on the implementation of minimum quality standards are commonly applied in the field of harm reduction. In total, 14 inspiring practice examples were selected. Three rounds of a Dephi study resulted in consensus on successful implementation strategies, covering five core themes: collaboration, communication, support structure, education and funding. DISCUSSION: Despite the recognition that QS implementation is important, these efforts vary across European countries and DDR areas. CONCLUSION: This paper focuses on the relevance of QS availability, and emphasizes key factors influencing successful implementation.

Izvorni jezik
Engleski

Znanstvena područja
Edukacijsko-rehabilitacijske znanosti

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