AADK Introduces New Holistic Drug Treatment And Rehabilitation Module

BANDAR BAHARU, July 20 (Bernama) -- The new treatment and rehabilitation module introduced by the National Anti-Drug Agency (AADK) emphasises a holistic, client-friendly and evidence-based approach.

AADK director-general Datuk Ruslin Jusoh said the new module is the agency's effort to strengthen the country's drug addiction or abuse treatment and rehabilitation system in line with current needs.

The launch of this new module is a significant step for AADK in ensuring that treatment and rehabilitation methods and approaches remain relevant to current changes, particularly those involving drug addiction issues.

"Furthermore, this module was designed in collaboration with all parties, encompassing a biopsychosocial-spiritual integrated approach and evidence-based treatment and rehabilitation methods," he told reporters after officiating the AADK Open Day at the Narcotics Addiction Rehabilitation Centre (PUSPEN) here today.

Also present were Bukit Aman Narcotics Criminal Investigation Department acting director Datuk Mat Zani@Mohd Salahuddin Che Ali, AADK Treatment, Medical and Rehabilitation Division director Siti Mariam Mursidan, and Bandar Baharu district officer Mohd Noor Ismail.

According to him, the launch of the module reflects AADK's commitment to remain responsive to the changing landscape of addiction, particularly concerning synthetic drugs and new psychoactive substances.

The new module is expected to be a driver of the Malaysia MADANI agenda to strengthen community well-being through more effective and inclusive interventions, utilising a more holistic and humane treatment and rehabilitation approach.

"Through this module, the phased recovery strategy that emphasises self-empowerment, community support, employment, skills, and reintegration into society has also been updated as a guide for AADK recovery officers to carry out their duties professionally and consistently," he also said.

Meanwhile, Ruslin added that the AADK Open Day was held to provide information about AADK's latest services to all clients, particularly in the agency's three core areas: prevention, treatment and rehabilitation, and enforcement.

-- BERNAMA