News and Analysis

Emerging technologies are revolutionising treatment for Substance Use Disorders (SUDs) by enhancing accessibility and personalisation of treatment plans. Telehealth services, mobile applications, wearable devices, electronic health records and artificial intelligence offer ways to monitor patient progress effectively, track symptoms, and provide relevant information. Wearable devices specifically provide real-time information about stress levels or triggers that could contribute to substance use. However, challenges such as maintaining data security and patient privacy are crucial considerations in this transformation.