This journal publishes research on harm reduction strategies and interventions for various populations facing substance use, overdose, and other health-related risks. It covers topics such as the effectiveness of specific interventions like 'chill packs' and fentanyl test strips, the implementation of harm reduction services in healthcare settings, and the experiences of individuals accessing or seeking support for substance use, gambling, and violence. The journal also explores the impact of policy and societal factors on harm reduction efforts and examines disparities in access to care and treatment.
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SJR Quartile by Discipline
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Medicine (miscellaneous)Q1
Psychiatry and Mental HealthQ1
Public Health, Environmental and Occupational HealthQ1
Subject Classification
Web of Science Categories
Substance Abuse
Scopus Categories
Psychiatry and Mental HealthPublic Health, Environmental and Occupational HealthMedicine (miscellaneous)
Research Topics (OpenAlex)
HIV, Drug Use, Sexual RiskOpioid Use Disorder TreatmentSubstance Abuse Treatment and OutcomesForensic Toxicology and Drug AnalysisHIV/AIDS Research and InterventionsSmoking Behavior and CessationHepatitis C virus researchHomelessness and Social IssuesCannabis and Cannabinoid ResearchSex work and related issues