National Addictions Management Service

21/08/2025

20/07/2025

https://www.straitstimes.com/singapore/i-lost-my-daughter-to-kpod-addiction-father-of-19-year-old-shares-heartbreak-and-lessons

He advises parents to pay more attention to their children and know who they are hanging out with. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.

18/06/2025

Mental health support is just 4 digits away. Call national mindline 1771 to speak to a trained counsellor. Every call is confidential, free, and available 24/7 – because your well-being matters. 💙

Launched by the Ministry of Health as the First Stop for Mental Health, national mindline 1771 offers support through calls, WhatsApp texts and web chats. Get in touch via:

Hotline: 1771
WhatsApp: 6669 1771
Webchat: mindline.sg/fsmh

Click to find out more 👉 mindline.sg/fsmh

27/05/2025

In the final instalment of "Addicted", a three-part documentary series investigating the dark world of illicit drugs, Institute of Mental Health Singapore's NAMS Consultant, Dr Mohd Zakir, highlighted how THC (tetrahydrocannabinol) concentrations in genetically modified cannabis plants have increased over the years. This elevation leads to more severe psychiatric issues and negatively impacts brain modulation, resulting in impaired memory, compromised motor activities, hallucinations, delusions, and mood fluctuations.

SB Viknesan, Principal Counsellor at IMH's NAMS, explained that some individuals may have a higher risk of developing addiction due to factors such as genetic predisposition or existing mental health conditions. Cannabis can not only trigger these underlying conditions but also exacerbate mental health symptoms.

Watch the full episode by CNA here:

It’s a global crisis. The UNODC estimates that 296 million people consumed illicit drugs in 2021 - an increase of 23% compared to the last decade. Users suffering from drug abuse disorders further skyrocketed to 39.5 million people - a staggerin

23/05/2025

You Don’t Have to Do This Alone

Sometimes, it feels like you’re just going through motions, stuck in the same cycle, telling yourself you’ll stop tomorrow. But tomorrow keeps getting pushed further away. It’s okay to admit that things might be harder than they seem. You don’t have to do this alone.

Here’s the truth: You don’t have to hit rock bottom to seek change.
Whenever you are ready, help is here.

If you or someone you know is struggling, don’t wait. Reach out for help.
Need help? Call us at 6389 2000
📞 Book an appointment with our dedicated team here: https://form.gov.sg/6221b6479087430018054a43

Visit us at www.nams.sg for more information.

21/05/2025

Dr Lambert Low, Senior Consultant and Chief of Addiction Department in the Institute of Mental Health Singapore, shares on an 8视界新闻新加坡 8world News Live Panel Discussion on KPods & the increasing use of in . Often, users underestimate the dangers, particularly of substances like and risk being addicted.

Read more as Dr Lambert shares further insights in the article here:
[Original in Mandarin] https://www.8world.com/in-depth/hello-singapore/tott-vape-addiction-in-teens-2796311

[English Version] https://www-8world-com.translate.goog/in-depth/hello-singapore/tott-vape-addiction-in-teens-2796311?_x_tr_sl=zh-CN&_x_tr_tl=en&_x_tr_hl=en&_x_tr_pto=sc

根据卫生科学局提供数据，本地去年取缔了五宗依托咪酯（Etomidate）电子烟案例，而截至今天（5月20日），今年已有超过20起案例，有明显增长趋势。本地最近发生好几起涉及青少年使用含有非法物质电子烟的案例，其中包括一....

19/05/2025

Addiction is not always obvious.
It does not always look like what we see in movies. It can happen in everyday life, to friends, family, and even us. When faced with it, what would you do?

Let us create awareness, not judgement – leading to more support, understanding, and action.

If you or someone you know is struggling, don’t wait. Reach out for help.
Need help? Call us at 6389 2000
📞 Book an appointment with our dedicated team here: https://form.gov.sg/6221b6479087430018054a43

Visit us at www.nams.sg for more information.

15/05/2025

Building Trust Takes Time
Supporting a loved one through addiction can be challenging, but trust is key to helping them feel safe, supported, and motivated to seek change.

It doesn’t always have to be a deep conversation. Sometimes, it’s as simple as sending a text, sharing an emoji, or sitting quietly with them. Small gestures can speak volumes.

What’s one small way you show support to a loved one? Share in the comments.

If you or someone you know is struggling, don’t wait. Reach out for help.
Need help? Call us at 6389 2000
📞 Book an appointment with our dedicated team here: https://form.gov.sg/6221b6479087430018054a43

Visit us at www.nams.sg for more information.

15/05/2025

14/05/2025

14/05/2025

Think You Might Be Helping too much—or Too Little?
Here's a quick guide to providing effective support for loved ones with addiction. From setting boundaries to managing communication, discover what works and what might need adjusting in your caregiving journey.

💡Plus, discover practical tips to support without losing yourself in the process here: https://www.nams.sg/caregivers/Pages/how-to-care-for-yourself-as-a-caregiver.aspx

13/05/2025