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Characteristics of good care
New research from Turning Point, Monash University and RMIT University has identified the mechanisms and techniques underpinning good care in alcohol and other drug residential rehabilitation.
New data to inform effective approaches to reducing AOD harms
A range of new data has just been released on the AODstats website, which provides information on the harms that Victorians are experiencing in relation to alcohol, pharmaceutical drug use and illicit drug use.
A decade of insight: AODstats celebrates 10 years of impact for the community
For 10 years, the AODstats data site has delivered up-to-date evidence that informs life-saving decisions on alcohol and other drug policies and planning.
Professor Dan Lubman AM elected
One of the highest honours in Australian health and medical sciences, election to the Australian Academy of Health and Medical Sciences (AAHMS) recognises Professor Lumban as one of the nation’s most outstanding minds in health and medical research, innovation and leadership.
Smartphone-based cognitive training could become an accessible and effective addition to standard treatment for alcohol use disorder.
Dr Natasha Hall at the ISPOR conference in Tokyo
Thanks to the 2025 Frank Murphy Travelling Scholarship, Dr Hall presented at one of the world’s biggest international conferences in health economics.
A/Prof Shalini Arunogiri presents at the Florey’s 2025 Public Lecture Series
Exploring the intersection of stress and addiction in women’s mental health
Bosco Rowland
Thanks to a $1.97 million MRFF grant, Monash University researchers are set to launch a large-scale, multidisciplinary project that takes a contemporary approach to preventing substance use and mental health problems.
Celebrating 30 years of impact
Thank you to all who have been part of our story for the past 30 years! Since 1995, Turning Point has been at the forefront of responding to health reforms, delivering high-quality services, and shaping the conversation on addiction.
Nic with Masters
Master of Addictive Behaviours graduate Nic Robinson-Griffith has published his award-winning thesis on transgender and gender diverse inclusion in AOD residential treatment.
How does methamphetamine use affect women’s sleep patterns
A new report is shedding light on the relationship between sleep quality, sleep-wake cycle patterns, and methamphetamine use disorder in women.
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Don’t miss the new podcast from JOY Media's ‘Well Well Well’ with Turning Point and Thorne Harbour Health