Substance Abuse

Substance abuse here is defined from the ICD10 code F.19.10 or the International Classification of Diseases, 10th edition code under the code F.10, that is, the use of substances that act on the mind, mind, behavior and abnormalities. Nervous system which in Thailand It is classified according to DSM -5, which is the fifth edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders), which requires medical knowledge to classify diseases in groups of symptoms caused by or as a result of using various types of drugs in various ways

Actions are taken regarding prevention, control and treatment of this problem. It is a method that requires changes in health behavior. Holistic health development and promoting people's well-being which has the following guidelines:

1. Promoting healthy habits Such as exercise, playing sports, recreation before eating a balanced diet. Having good society in the family and in the community and managing stress.

2. Social support By promoting self-confidence in various people. Participating in group activities Building physical, mental, and social strength in various groups in a network

3. Behavioral science treatment to make people mentally strong. without having to rely on addictive substances

4. Mindfulness and meditation practice Practice exercises to help manage demand Emotional control self awareness Self-reliance without using drugs

5. Creating knowledge and understanding about the risks of substance use. Impact on people's physical and mental health, relationships and well-being. enhancing understanding and the ability to make conscious decisions to solve various problems

6. Using alternative methods to replace stress problems. Promote relaxation activities and self expression

7. Nutritional support to strengthen the body's immunity. By promoting the consumption of foods that contain vitamins, nutrients, minerals, and antioxidants.

8. Promote physical activity such as exercising regularly Improving mood, crushing stress and promoting overall health

9. Take a natural health assessment. For the best health development To reduce the risk of drug use

Actions in this matter It requires knowledge in many areas that are interdisciplinary. and society together which is still very lacking Both at the individual level, family, community, various elements in the community, whether educational institutions, professional groups, religions, and economic groups must cooperate seriously, continuously, and in the same direction.

Course MPH5606 Health Literacy

By Dr. Thanawat Imsomboon