Drugs Unwrapped

Welcome to ‘Drugs Unwrapped’, where nothing is off limits in relation to substance use and challenging the status quo. Here, you will find a range of articles by experts, on their own speciality within substance use, that aim to inform, educate and challenge current thinking and practice, in Wales.

We welcome future articles by anyone in, and out, of Wales, who has a special interest or expertise within the substance use field. Therefore, if you would like to contribute to ‘Drugs Unwrapped’, please contact our Campaigns and Communications Lead at rob.barker@barod.cymru.

Why are some people still not benefitting from treatment?

By Sharmila Kumar

Snap. Click. Delivered: The purchasing of drugs online.

By Lisa Osmond

Families leading drug policy reform.

By Jane Slater

It is the difference between living or existing.

By Jonathan Fisher

If we don't ask why, then more people will die.

By Steven Reynolds

Are services doing enough to engage with, and support, people who use drugs from the LGBTQ+ community?

By Shannon Murrary

I didn't choose to become an alcoholic.

By Stephen Walder

Spike on a Bike – The first service of its kind in all of Europe.

By Siân Roberts

Why a detailed understanding of substance use is required to provide effective support.

By Rob Barker