For this standard you need to support individuals who misuse substances by enabling
them to adopt safe practices, providing care and support following an episode of
substance use and supporting individuals' efforts to reduce harm or cease substance
use. Substances would include alcohol, opiates, hallucinogenics, amphetamines,
cannabis, prescribed medication, solvents and other volatile substances; their use may
be experimental, recreational or dependent.
Users of this standard will need to ensure that practice reflects up to date information
and policies