Policy Papers
Research and policy analysis to transform addiction treatment
Digital Biomarkers for Addiction Treatment and Recovery in Poland: Implementation Framework
Discover how Poland can revolutionize addiction treatment through digital biomarkers in this groundbreaking policy paper. With a detailed five-year implementation roadmap addressing one of Poland's most pressing public health challenges, this comprehensive framework offers innovative solutions to help the nearly one million individuals struggling with alcohol dependence who currently face fragmented care, long waiting times, and persistent stigma. Learn how technology can transform addiction treatment while navigating critical ethical considerations and creating sustainable funding models for a more effective, accessible healthcare system.
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Co-occurring Mental Health and Substance Use Disorders: Developing Integrated Care Pathways for Polish Addiction Services
Discover how Poland can transform its fragmented mental health and addiction services into an integrated system that better serves the 50-75% of individuals struggling with co-occurring disorders. This evidence-based policy paper offers a practical roadmap for reform, drawing on international best practices and proposing targeted regulatory, financial, and workforce development initiatives that could significantly improve treatment outcomes while reducing system costs.
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Technology-Enabled Community Health Workers: Bridging Treatment Gaps in Underserved Polish Communities
This groundbreaking policy paper presents an innovative solution to Poland's addiction treatment challenges through technology-enabled Community Health Workers—a proven approach that could transform care delivery in underserved regions. Discover how this cost-effective strategy bridges critical gaps in the current system while addressing regional disparities, workforce limitations, and stigma that prevent vulnerable populations from accessing vital services. Learn how Poland can implement this evidence-based model to significantly improve addiction treatment outcomes while building stronger, healthier communities across the country.
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Mobile Health for Medication Adherence in Polish Addiction Treatment: Evidence and Implementation
Discover how mobile health technologies could revolutionize addiction treatment in Poland through this comprehensive policy analysis. The paper offers a practical roadmap for implementing evidence-based digital solutions to improve medication adherence, presenting actionable recommendations drawn from international best practices and tailored to Poland's unique healthcare landscape. Essential reading for policymakers, healthcare professionals, and stakeholders committed to closing the treatment gap for substance use disorders in Poland.
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Pharmacist-Initiated Addiction Support Network in Underserved Communities. Vision for Poland
Discover how Poland's 13,000 community pharmacies could revolutionize addiction treatment access for the nearly one million Poles struggling with substance use disorders. This groundbreaking policy paper presents a practical, evidence-based framework for transforming pharmacists into frontline addiction support providers, offering a cost-effective solution to close the critical treatment gap, particularly in underserved regions.
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Digital Therapeutics Evaluation Framework & Pilot Implementation in Poland
Discover how Digital Therapeutics could transform addiction treatment in Poland through this comprehensive policy framework that balances innovation with patient protection. The paper offers practical implementation strategies to address the substantial treatment gap for substance use disorders, providing valuable insights for policymakers, healthcare providers, and digital health innovators seeking to expand access to evidence-based care while maintaining rigorous clinical and technical standards.
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Ethical AI Guidelines for Addiction Monitoring with Implementation Roadmap
Discover a groundbreaking framework for ethical AI implementation in addiction treatment that balances innovation with essential protections for vulnerable populations. This timely policy paper offers practical solutions to bridge the treatment gap affecting millions worldwide, providing stakeholders with a clear roadmap for responsible AI adoption that enhances rather than replaces human connection in recovery. Whether you're a healthcare professional, policymaker, or technology developer, these evidence-based guidelines will help you navigate the complex intersection of artificial intelligence and addiction care while prioritizing human dignity and autonomy.
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Evidence Based Addiction Treatment. Lessons for Poland
Discover how Poland can transform its addiction treatment system to better serve the 2.8 million people struggling with substance use disorders who currently face limited access to evidence-based care. This comprehensive policy paper outlines practical, phased reforms to expand medication-assisted treatment, integrate fragmented services, and strengthen community-based options—proven approaches that could dramatically improve outcomes while reducing societal costs. Learn how international best practices can be adapted to the Polish context to create a more effective, compassionate response to addiction that leaves no one behind.
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Polish Addiction Treatment Quality Collaborative Network
Discover how Poland plans to transform its fragmented addiction treatment system through the innovative Polish Addiction Treatment Quality Collaborative Network (PATQCN). This comprehensive policy paper presents a practical five-year roadmap to address critical gaps in care for millions struggling with substance use disorders, offering valuable insights for policymakers, healthcare professionals, and advocates interested in evidence-based, integrated approaches to addiction treatment reform.
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Urban-Rural Divide and Access to Addiction Treatment in Poland: Case Study of Pomorskie Region
Discover how Poland's Pomorskie region can bridge the critical urban-rural divide in addiction treatment through evidence-based solutions that promise a €3.40 return for every euro invested. This comprehensive policy paper presents a practical roadmap for transforming rural addiction services—from immediate telemedicine implementation to long-term system integration—offering valuable insights for policymakers, healthcare professionals, and community leaders committed to health equity and regional development.
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