Methadone Maintenance Treatment In Prisons In Indonesia
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$58,117.00
Summary
The aim of this research is to assess the effectiveness of methadone maintenance treatment in Indonesian prisons in improving outcomes for heroin dependent inmates. This is the first study of methadone in prisons in Asia. It is expected that treated prisoners will inject drugs less often, leading to a reduction in HIV transmission. It is also expected that, once released, treated prisoners will be less likely to re-offend and be re-imprisoned.
Preventing Violence-related Deaths Among Individuals Exposed To The Criminal Justice System
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$88,502.00
Summary
Violence is a public health problem. People who have criminal justice contacts are more likely to die and violence-related deaths are common. Not much is known about these deaths. This research will examine the violence-related deaths among young people who have justice contacts in Queensland. It will also examine violence-related deaths among adults who have been in prison from 12 different countries. This is the first study to comprehensively examine violence-related deaths in this group.
Preventing Mortality In Adults After Release From Prison: Advancing Global Knowledge Through An International, Individual Participant Data Meta-analysis
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$613,687.00
Summary
Ex-prisoners are at increased risk of death, but not enough is known about the incidence, timing, causes, context or risk factors for preventable death in this population. In this project we have compiled 18 cohorts of ex-prisoners (total number=1,159,290) and will analyse the data to determine exactly which ex-prisoners are at the greatest risk from what, and when. This new knowledge will inform policy changes to reduce the unnecessary loss of life in this vulnerable population.
‘Breaking The Cycle’ Of Crime - Improved Health And Justice Outcomes For Offenders Through Effective Interventions
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$838,845.00
Summary
Offender population ensure some of the worst health outcomes in the community and impose a significant burden on society. Addressing their health and criminogenic needs through effective interventions not only improves individual outcomes but has profound financial and societal benefits. This fellowship will focus on developing effective interventions in the areas of infectious diseases, mental health and violence, including domestic and family violence.
Alcohol Treatment For Aboriginal Men In And Out Of Prison
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$607,264.00
Summary
Over half the Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people entering prison in NSW have unhealthy alcohol use (drinking over recommended limits, including alcohol dependence). Better access to evidence-based treatment is needed to improve health and reduce return to prison. My proposed research focuses on how clinical and behavioural treatments for alcohol use disorders can be improved on entry to prison, in prison and on release.
National Prisons Hepatitis C Education: Improving Health Literacy To Enhance Treatment Uptake
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$1,158,722.00
Summary
This Partnership Project will evaluate the National Prisons Hepatitis Education Program, which aims to improve the knowledge, attitudes, and behaviours of healthcare providers, correctional officers, and prisoners regarding hepatitis C (HCV) and its treatment. This initiative is a key element of the national approach to achieve the World Health Organisation goal of elimination of HCV as an ongoing public health concern by 2030.
Cannabis Withdrawal Among Indigenous Inmates In North Queensland
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$285,920.00
Summary
In withdrawal, many Indigenous cannabis users ‘stress out’ leading to violence and self harm. Among Indigenous prisoners in a north Queensland corrective centre, 69% have been cannabis users and 57% of these suffered ‘stressing out’. We will investigate and address cannabis withdrawal symptoms by documenting their onset and severity and by devising culturally acceptable, low-cost resources and support to assist new inmates to manage ‘stressing out’.
Surveillance And Treatment Of Prisoners With Hepatitis C (SToP-C)
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$1,560,494.00
Summary
SToP-C will investigate whether a significant reduction in hepatitis C infection in NSW prisons is possible with a “treatment as prevention” strategy. It will treat prisoners for hep C infection both to improve their own health and to make onward transmission to others less likely. There is currently a lack of available effective strategies; however through delivery of simple, effective new therapies this world-first trial offers significant opportunities to reduce the burden of liver disease.
Reducing Impulsive Behaviour In Repeat Violent Offenders Using A Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor (Zoloft)
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$1,337,659.00
Summary
Strong evidence points to a link between poor impulse control (impulsivity) and violent crime. Impulsivity has been shown to be associated with reduced levels of the neurotransmitter serotonin. In studies of impulsive individuals, selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) have reduced impulsive aggression but there has been no systematic study of the benefits of SSRIs for violent offenders at risk of reoffending. This research will investigate whether SSRIs can reduce repeat violent offend ....Strong evidence points to a link between poor impulse control (impulsivity) and violent crime. Impulsivity has been shown to be associated with reduced levels of the neurotransmitter serotonin. In studies of impulsive individuals, selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) have reduced impulsive aggression but there has been no systematic study of the benefits of SSRIs for violent offenders at risk of reoffending. This research will investigate whether SSRIs can reduce repeat violent offending.Read moreRead less
From Broome To Berrima: Building Australia-wide Research Capacity In Indigenous Offender Health And Health Care Delivery
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$3,018,575.00
Summary
Australia has the highest Indigenous incarceration rate in the OECD which impacts profoundly on Indigenous communities. Further, offender populations endure a greater health burden compared with the general community. This grant develops much needed capacity in offender health research, building a team of Indigenous researchers, and creating an Australia-wide network for sharing knowledge in this field. Outcomes will include better Indigenous offender health services and improved health and well ....Australia has the highest Indigenous incarceration rate in the OECD which impacts profoundly on Indigenous communities. Further, offender populations endure a greater health burden compared with the general community. This grant develops much needed capacity in offender health research, building a team of Indigenous researchers, and creating an Australia-wide network for sharing knowledge in this field. Outcomes will include better Indigenous offender health services and improved health and wellbeing for this marginalised population.Read moreRead less