BANDAR BARU: The National Anti-Drug Agency (AADK) has introduced a new treatment and rehabilitation module which emphasises a holistic, client-friendly and evidence-based approach.
Its director-general, Datuk Ruslin Jusoh, said the new module is the agency’s effort to strengthen the country’s drug addiction or abuse treatment and rehabilitation system in line with current needs.
The launch of this new module is a significant step for ensuring that treatment and rehabilitation methods and approaches remain relevant to current changes, particularly those involving drug addiction issues, Bernama reported.
“Furthermore, this module was designed in collaboration with all parties, encompassing a biopsychosocial-spiritual integrated approach and evidence-based treatment and rehabilitation methods,” he told reporters after officiating the AADK Open Day at the Narcotics Addiction Rehabilitation Centre here yesterday.
According to him, the launch of the module reflects the agency’s commitment to remain responsive to the changing landscape of addiction, particularly concerning synthetic drugs and new psychoactive substances.
“Through this module, the phased recovery strategy that emphasises self-empowerment, community support, employment, skills, and reintegration into society has also been updated as a guide for AADK recovery officers to carry out their duties professionally and consistently,” he added.
Meanwhile, Ruslin said the AADK Open Day was held to provide information about the agency’s latest services to all clients.
