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Eight principles for involving people with living and lived experience in addiction research

This project explores how the voices of people with lived experience of alcohol dependence can help improve alcohol policy models. It highlights key insights about recovery, treatment access, and community support that will guide future research. You can read more in our information sheet [PDF HERE] and find our video here.

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