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The Star
20-07-2025
- Health
- The Star
New AADK approach to drug rehabilitation
BANDAR BARU: The National Anti-Drug Agency (AADK) has introduced a new treatment and rehabilitation module which emphasises a holistic, client-friendly and evidence-based approach. Its 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 ensuring that treatment and rehabilitation methods and approaches remain relevant to current changes, particularly those involving drug addiction issues, Bernama reported. '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 here yesterday. According to him, the launch of the module reflects the agency's commitment to remain responsive to the changing landscape of addiction, particularly concerning synthetic drugs and new psychoactive substances. '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 added. Meanwhile, Ruslin said the AADK Open Day was held to provide information about the agency's latest services to all clients.
Barnama
20-07-2025
- Health
- Barnama
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.
New Straits Times
20-07-2025
- Health
- New Straits Times
AADK rolls out new holistic drug rehab module
SERDANG: The National Anti-Drugs Agency (AADK) has introduced a new treatment and rehabilitation module aimed at enhancing recovery outcomes through a holistic, client-centred and evidence-based approach. AADK director-general Datuk Ruslin Jusoh said the module was developed in collaboration with various stakeholders and is anchored on a biopsychosocial-spiritual framework. The biopsychosocial-spiritual approach refers to drug addiction treatment by addressing a person's physical health, mental state, social environment and spiritual well-being all together. "This launch marks a major step forward in ensuring our treatment and rehabilitation methods remain relevant and in tune with current challenges, especially those involving emerging drug types," he said during the agency's Open Day programme at the Serdang Narcotics Addiction Rehabilitation Centre (Puspen) today. Ruslin said the initiative reflected the agency's commitment to improving community well-being through inclusive and humane interventions. The updated module, he said, was part of the agency's broader effort to evolve its strategies in line with shifting drug abuse patterns and emerging threats. Ruslin added the AADK Open Day was aimed at informing clients and the public about the agency's latest services. "Through AADK's Open Day, the public can witness first-hand the rehabilitative approach outlined in the i-Pulih Model. Out approach focuses on psychological support, education and vocational training to help clients reintegrate into society productively, and not punitively," he added.
The Sun
15-07-2025
- The Sun
AADK takes strict action against staff misconduct and integrity breaches
KUALA LUMPUR: The National Anti-Drug Agency (AADK) has reaffirmed its zero-tolerance stance towards staff involved in misconduct or integrity violations. Director-General Datuk Ruslin Jusoh stated that strict action will be taken against those found guilty, in line with existing laws and service conduct regulations. The warning follows investigations by the Enforcement Agency Integrity Commission (EAIC) into two separate cases. The first involved an incident at the Narcotics Addiction Rehabilitation Centre (PUSPEN) in Pahang, where a client was reportedly beaten and injured during rehabilitation last year. The second case involved AADK officers in Selangor who failed to follow up on an individual who tested positive for drugs at a public hospital. Ruslin emphasized that AADK remains committed to upholding integrity and good governance. 'Strict action will be taken against the officers found guilty, in accordance with the provisions of the law and the service code of conduct in force,' he said in a statement. He also reminded all AADK personnel to adhere strictly to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), guidelines, and the Director-General's Standing Orders. The agency will continue collaborating closely with the EAIC to strengthen governance and address complaints regarding staff misconduct. - Bernama
New Straits Times
15-07-2025
- New Straits Times
Nada pledges firm action against staff linked to misconduct
KUALA LUMPUR : The National Anti-Drugs Agency (Nada) has vowed to take firm action against any of its staff found guilty of misconduct or breaching integrity standards. This follows revelations of violence against clients and failure to act on individuals who tested positive for drugs at its rehabilitation centres. The agency was responding to findings published by the Enforcement Agency Integrity Commission (EAIC) on July 14, which highlighted incidents at the Narcotics Addiction Rehabilitation Centre (Puspen). Nada director-general Datuk Ruslin Jusoh said the agency fully welcomes the EAIC's investigative report and reiterated that it will not tolerate or protect any officer involved in misconduct. "Disciplinary and legal action will be taken against those proven to have violated the law or service code of conduct," he said in a statement today. He reminded all Nada staff to carry out their duties with integrity and in full adherence to standard operating procedures and the Director-General's Standing Orders. "Nada remains committed to working closely with the EAIC to strengthen good governance, especially in investigating complaints of misconduct and integrity issues within the agency," Ruslin added.
