Programs: Evidence Check
A fast and accurate summary of the latest health evidence.
Supporting the update of the NSW Clinical Guidelines for Opioid Dependence Treatment (ODT)
The supervised administration of opioid dependence treatments such as methadone and buprenorphine remains a central feature of opioid dependence treatment models in Australia. Given significant changes in both clinical practice and the treatment landscape—particularly the expansion of long-acting injectable buprenorphine and increased attention to patient-centred care—a timely and systematic review of the evidence for supervised … Read more
Evidence for effective interventions for children and young people with gender dysphoria—update
Gender dysphoria is a condition where a person experiences discomfort or distress because their gender identity differs from the sex they were assigned at birth. This can affect children and young people significantly, impacting their mental health and overall well-being. We looked at the latest research from around the world to understand what knowledge was … Read more
Funded research review opportunity: outcome domains and measures in youth alcohol and drug treatment
The Sax Institute is commissioning a rapid literature review to understand (i) what outcome domains are key among young people in alcohol and other drug treatment (AOD), and (ii) what validated measures / tools exist to assess these outcome domains. The purpose of this Evidence Check will be to identify gaps in the outcomes assessed … Read more