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15/04/2026

Do you work in an adult alcohol and other drug (AOD) treatment service?

We are still looking for AOD workers to complete our survey and help researchers understand how conversations about drink and drug driving are happening in your service.

Victorian alcohol and other drug service providers are invited to take part in a confidential online survey exploring how service providers discuss drink and drug driving with their clients.

Your insights will help shape the development of a future resource to support these conversations across the AOD sector.

👉Participation involves:
Completing a brief online survey about your experiences and perspectives. It takes about 15 minutes. After finishing the survey, you can choose to enter a separate prize draw to win 1 of 50 retail vouchers, each worth $50. Participation is voluntary and confidential.

👉Who is eligible
Adults 18+ currently working in an adult AOD treatment service in Victoria, including clinicians and peer and lived experience staff, and managers.

If you are interested in participating, click here to read the explanatory statement and access the survey:
https://monash.syd1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_2rFt2vxw7QSecC2

For questions, contact: michael.savic@monash.edu

14/04/2026

Supporting someone with addiction can feel overwhelming.

This free BreakThrough webinar on Addiction and Mental Health helps families and friends understand the link between substance use and mental wellbeing. You’ll get practical tips to stay connected, care for yourself, and respond in ways that really help. It’s one hour online with people who truly understand.

Take the next step and register now: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/breakthrough-emotional-impact-of-addiction-tickets-1977847200218?aff=oddtdtcreator

07/04/2026

Supporting someone with addiction can feel overwhelming.

This free BreakThrough webinar on Addiction and Mental Health helps families and friends understand the link between substance use and mental wellbeing. You’ll get practical tips to stay connected, care for yourself, and respond in ways that really help. It’s one hour online with people who truly understand.

Take the next step and register now:
https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/breakthrough-addiction-and-mental-health-tickets-1977847178152?aff=oddtdtcreator

01/04/2026

Easter can be a time to come together with family and friends, but it's also a time when alcohol-related harms increase.

Our data shows the Easter long weekend can see alcohol-related ambulance attendances equivalent to 4 successive Saturday nights, with Easter Sunday historically ranking among the highest single days of the year for alcohol-related callouts.

The impacts go beyond those ambulance attendances too, contributing to family violence, road accidents and increased pressure on emergency services and hospitals.

So as we head into the long weekend, plan ahead and look out for each other. Whether that's organising transport, having non-alcoholic options available or checking in with someone who might be doing it tough.

If you or someone you know is concerned about the impact of alcohol, free and confidential support is available.

Contact DirectLine on 1800 888 236, Counselling Online at counsellingonline.org.au, or the National Alcohol and Other Drug Hotline on 1800 250 015.

01/04/2026

Are you working in an adult alcohol and other drug (AOD) treatment service?

Help researchers understand how conversations about drink and drug driving are happening in your service.

Victorian alcohol and other drug service providers are invited to take part in a confidential online survey exploring how service providers discuss drink and drug driving with their clients.

Your insights will help shape the development of a future resource to support these conversations across the AOD sector.

👉Participation involves:
Completing a brief online survey about your experiences and perspectives. It takes about 15 minutes. After finishing the survey, you can choose to enter a separate prize draw to win 1 of 50 retail vouchers, each worth $50. Participation is voluntary and confidential.

👉Who is eligible
Adults 18+ currently working in an adult AOD treatment service in Victoria, including clinicians and peer and lived experience staff, and managers.

If you are interested in participating, click here to read the explanatory statement and access the survey:
https://monash.syd1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_2rFt2vxw7QSecC2

For questions, contact: michael.savic@monash.edu

31/03/2026

Not sure when the right time is to set boundaries?

This free BreakThrough webinar focuses on boundaries, safety plans and staying connected during tough moments. You’ll get simple, practical ideas for saying no, calming heated situations and looking after yourself along the way. It’s a one hour online session with others who truly understand what you’re dealing with.

You don’t have to figure this out alone. Register now and join us!
https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/breakthrough-boundaries-and-safety-plans-tickets-1977846685679?aff=oddtdtcreator

24/03/2026

Ever wonder why family dynamics shift so much when someone is struggling with addiction?

Our free BreakThrough webinar on Family Relationships helps families and friends make sense of what’s happening and find more helpful ways to respond. You’ll learn about common family roles, how change unfolds over time and how to keep relationships strong. It’s a one hour online session focused on understanding, not blame.

Join others who get it and register now:
https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/breakthrough-family-relationships-tickets-1977844882285?aff=oddtdtcreator

23/03/2026

Our March Research Roundup is out now!

In this edition:
🔹Participants using a gamified, personalised ‘approach bias modification’ app to help treat alcohol dependence found it helpful in unexpected ways.
🔹A new study has found that starting a GLP-1 drug such as Ozempic was linked with a 14% overall reduced risk of developing new substance use disorders.
🔹The latest data on family violence, assaults and drug and alcohol harms in Victoria are now available to guide targeted, effective alcohol and other drug responses.
🔹PhD candidate Aricia Kostouros describes how generative AI can be used as a meaningful tool to support practical, grounded transformation in complex healthcare systems.
🔹Master of Addictive Behaviours graduate Fabrizio Lo Cascio discusses his research into vicarious trauma, opportunities for growth, and the organisational conditions that make a difference.
🔹Plus, our latest publications, opportunities to participate in research, and more!

Keep reading: https://mailchi.mp/a3263a0eecdd/turning-point-research-updates-17333277

17/03/2026

Talking can be the hardest part. If conversations with a loved one often end in tension or silence, this free BreakThrough webinar is for you. Communicating with confidence explores simple ways to express your needs, encourage change and keep the connection strong. It’s a one hour online session with people who truly get it and a focus on what actually helps at home. You don’t have to do this alone.

Register now!
https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/breakthrough-communicating-with-confidence-tickets-1977844426923?aff=oddtdtcreator

16/03/2026

How do organisational conditions influence vicarious trauma and vicarious post-traumatic growth among AOD practitioners?

Fabrizio Lo Cascio explored this question in depth while completing research for a Master of Addictive Behaviours.

His findings offer hope for anyone working in or designing organisational systems in the sector, provided that key requirements are met.

Keep reading: https://www.turningpoint.org.au/about-us/news/postgraduate-research-informing-systemic-change

Fabrizio’s journey shows what’s possible when rigorous coursework, high‑quality supervision and research opportunities come together to support practitioners who want to drive systemic change.

If you’re considering advancing your practice, stepping into research or shaping the future of the sector, the Master of Addictive Behaviours offers a pathway designed for exactly that.

Find out more: https://www.turningpoint.org.au/about-us/news/postgraduate-research-informing-systemic-change

12/03/2026

World Sleep Day 2026 on 13 March promotes the theme "Sleep Well, Live Better."

The scientific evidence is clear: sleep is essential to health and wellbeing.

"Sleep is the most important neurobehavioural experience of our lives," says sleep expert and Strategic Lead, National Addiction and Mental Health Surveillance Unit, Dr Rowan Ogeil.

Sleep is important for feeling well-rested, for memory consolidation and learning new tasks, and for replenishing the proteins and hormones used throughout the day.

Many things can affect our sleep, including:
👉 if you are sick
👉 when sleeping in an environment that is too hot or cold
👉 the use of alcohol and drugs.

How can drugs affect sleep?
Drugs can affect our sleep in many ways, including how quickly we fall asleep, our perception of how much we slept or how restful and refreshing a sleep phase was.

Some drugs, such as benzodiazepines and alcohol, can increase sleepiness. Others, such as caffeine and ni****ne, promote vigilance or “wakefulness”. Many commonly used drugs for other health conditions also have sleepiness as a side effect.

The amount you take and the time you take the drug in relation to when you go to sleep can also influence how the drug affects the quality of your sleep.

“It's important to talk to your doctor or health care professional if you notice any changes in your sleep after starting a new medication,” says Dr Ogeil.

👉 More information:
The Sleep Hub for advice and resources: https://sleephub.com.au/
The Sleep Health Foundation: https://www.sleephealthfoundation.org.au/
The Sleep Talk Podcast: https://www.sleephealthfoundation.org.au/
Turning Point’s work in sleep research and education: https://www.turningpoint.org.au/research/identify/why-does-sleep-matter

10/03/2026

Addiction can feel confusing and overwhelming.

This free BreakThrough webinar helps families and friends understand the stages of addiction and how it changes the brain. You’ll also learn practical ways to stay connected with your loved one and look after your own wellbeing. One hour online, relaxed, supportive and full of real-life strategies.

Don’t face it alone. Register now: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/breakthrough-understanding-addiction-tickets-1977841552325?aff=oddtdtcreator

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