MAT Standard 6 - Towards Implementation: The MAT Standards Webinar Series
MAT Standard 6: The system that provides MAT is psychologically informed (tier 1); routinely delivers evidence-based low intensity psychosocial interventions (tier 2); and supports individuals to grow social networks.
The effective implementation of the Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) Standards will transform treatment services and the experience of people in treatment. Delivering the National Mission to Reduce Drug Deaths and the treatment engagement target depends on this transformation being made.
This webinar series will explore how progress with implementation is being made in settings across Scotland and the challenge that remains.
Services recognise that for many people, substances have been used as a way to cope with difficult emotions and issues from the past. Services will aim to support people to develop positive relationships and new ways of coping as these are just as important as having the right medication.
Speakers Included:
Laura Mitchell, Lead for Drug & Alcohol Psychology Service, NHS Ayrshire & Arran
Greg Coull, Consultant Clinical Psychologist / Head of Substance Use Psychology, NHS Borders
Sue Hudson-Craufurd, Psychological Therapies Training Lead, Substance Misuse Psychology Service, NHS Lothian
This webinar was held on Friday 18 November 2022, 1.00pm - 2.20pm