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Substance Misuse Treatment Framework (SMTF): Guidance for Evidence Based Psychosocial Interventions in the Treatment of Substance Misuse

Government of Wales Country Resources Substance Abuse Policies England and Wales 1 January 2011 Policy document

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The implementation of a Substance Misuse Treatment Framework for Wales is a strategic policy commitment of the Welsh Assembly Government. This document for Wales is intended to set out a national pattern for the commissioning of treatment for substance misuse which will meet the needs of diverse local populations. It will also assist in identifying gaps in services and help inform commissioning decisions in order to fill those gaps.This framework aims to outline the best available evidence to inform decisions about the effectiveness of psychosocial interventions to improve services and outcomes for individuals who misuse substances.

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