Addiction prevention in Groß-Umstadt: Important lecture on October 21st!

Addiction prevention in Groß-Umstadt: Important lecture on October 21st!

An exciting event is just around the corner: On Tuesday, October 21st, from 5 p.m., there will be a lecture in the Groß-Umstadt district clinic entitled "Cannabis, alcohol and other addictive substances. What is society doing and what can I do?" instead of. The renowned Prof. Dr. This afternoon, Thomas Wobrock, chief physician at the Center for Mental Health, will address the topics of addiction to drugs and alcohol as well as the social costs of consumption. The lecture will take place in the side room of the clinic's cafeteria, Hospital Street 11, and participation is free of charge; registration is not required.

In his lecture, Wobrock will shed light on the wide range of intoxicants - from alcohol, which was already known to the Sumerians, to modern substances such as “Baller Liquid”, a synthetic cannabinoid. The grim statistics about drug consumption in Germany are likely to be particularly interesting: According to data from the 2021 Epidemiological Addiction Survey, 11.6 million people smoke, around 1.6 million are addicted to alcohol and 2.9 million use potentially problematic medications. In addition, around 1.3 million people have problematic use of cannabis or illegal drugs.

Social challenges and stigmatization

Wobrock will not only present the numbers, but also address the social challenges. The focus is on the stigmatization of addicts: these people are often excluded from society instead of receiving the help they need. Wobrock emphasizes that it is important to raise awareness of these issues. In many Scandinavian countries, addiction prevention is already part of school lessons - a concept that he also calls for here.

The Federal Ministry of Health also emphasizes that the drug and addiction policy aims to reduce the consumption of legal and illegal drugs and to avoid drug and addiction-related problems. The legal regulations, including the Non-Smoker Protection Act and the Narcotics Law, play an important role here. Prevention, advice and treatment are essential areas of action to counteract the problem.

Offers of help and preventive measures

In his lecture, Wobrock will also present the support networks and offers of the Center for Mental Health. The approach to treatment has changed - from pure instruction to motivational conversation. It is important to offer those affected the best possible support and to actively involve them in solving their problems.

In order to make a positive contribution to healthcare, the development of digital addiction counseling services is also planned, which should be available from January 1, 2024. Such initiatives are crucial to meeting the challenges of modern drug addiction.

For those interested, it should be mentioned that there are paid parking options in the adjacent parking garage and on Hospital Street. The event offers a valuable opportunity to exchange ideas about these important topics and gain new perspectives.

For more information, see reports from Rhein Main Verlag and that Federal Ministry of Health.