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New Psychoactive Substances

Studies from Central Asia and China
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 2025

Summary

The rise of new psychoactive substances (NPS) is a major challenge in drug policy, as these substances evade legal controls and spread quickly. This volume explores the NPS crisis in Central Asia and China, focusing on government responses within public health, law enforcement, and drug policy reforms. It offers a comprehensive look at regional and global trends, early warning systems, and harm reduction services. By addressing these complex challenges, the book contributes to the evolving debate on drug policy, public health, and human rights in combating synthetic drugs. With contributions byGulnoza Abdukakharova | Zhandos Aktayev | Gulzhan Altybayeva | Zhyldyz Bakirova | Sergei Bessonov | Tatiana Galako | Jiang Haifeng | Ulla-Britt Klankwarth | Almas Kussainov | Alexei Lakhov | Nikolay Lunchenkov | Vladimir Magkoev | Naimdzhon Malikov | Valentina Mankieva | Elena Molchanova | Danil Nikitin | Zhanara Nurseitova | Mariya Prilutskaya | Jakhongir Ravshanov | Ainur Shukimbayeva | Heino Stöver | Nikolai Unguryan | Vitaliy Vinogradov | Yifan Xu | Guzalkhon Zakhidova | Aigerim Zhumasheva

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Bibliographic data

Copyright year
2025
ISBN-Print
978-3-7560-1513-9
ISBN-Online
978-3-7489-4320-4
Publisher
Nomos, Baden-Baden
Series
Drogenkonsum in Geschichte und Gesellschaft | Drug Use in History and Society
Volume
10
Language
English
Pages
277
Product type
Edited Book

Table of contents

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  1. Titelei/InhaltsverzeichnisPages 1 - 10 Download chapter (PDF)
    1. Mariya Prilutskaya Download chapter (PDF)
      1. The Evolving Challenges of New Psychoactive Substances in Central Asia and China
      2. Book Overview
      3. Bibliography:
    1. Mariya Prilutskaya, Almas Kussainov, Gulzhan Altybayeva Download chapter (PDF)
      1. Legal Regulation and Law Enforcement Activities
      2. NPS–Related Policies: Demand in Focus
      3. Conclusion
      4. Bibliography:
    2. Elena Molchanova, Sergei Bessonov, Zhyldyz Bakirova, Tatiana Galako, Danil Nikitin Download chapter (PDF)
      1. Historic Background: Drugs in the Kyrgyz Republic
      2. The Emergence of Synthetic Drugs in the Kyrgyz Republic
      3. The Consequences and Harms of NPS Use (Overdoses, Infections, and Crime)
      4. The Response of Society, Community-Based Agencies, and Political Institutions to the Emergence of New Drugs
      5. Legislative Developments in the Field of Countering NPS
      6. International Cooperation in Legislative Development
      7. Medical and Harm Reduction Services in the Context of New Psychoactive Drugs
      8. Conclusion
      9. Recommendations:
      10. Bibliography
    3. Guzalkhon Zakhidova, Jakhongir Ravshanov, Gulnoza Abdukakharova Download chapter (PDF)
      1. The New Challenge of New Psychoactive Substances in Uzbekistan
      2. Changes in Drug Use in Uzbekistan Caused by the Covid-19 Epidemic
      3. Overview of the Drug Situation in Uzbekistan
      4. Measures to Combat the Trafficking of Psychoactive Substances
      5. NPS Spread in Uzbekistan
      6. Suicidal Behaviour and NPS Use in Uzbekistan
      7. Barriers to Providing Assistance to People with NPS Addictions in Uzbekistan
      8. Government Measures
      9. International Cooperation
      10. Prevention
      11. Harm Reduction
      12. UNODC Prevention Programme
      13. The Central Asia Drug Action Programme in Uzbekistan
      14. Conclusion
      15. Bibliography
    4. Naimdzhon Malikov, Vladimir Magkoev Download chapter (PDF)
      1. Understanding the Drug Dynamics: National Influences on Tajikistan’s Drug Scene
      2. The Emergence of New Psychoactive Substances: Transformations in Drug Markets
      3. Conclusions and recommendations
      4. Bibliography
    5. Haifeng Jiang, Yifan Xu Download chapter (PDF)
        1. 1. The Concept of NPS
        2. 2. The Relationship Between NPS and Drugs
        3. 3. The Global Prevalence of NPS and Public Health Concerns
        1. 1. The Evolution of NPS in China
          1. 1) The Detection Status of NPS in China in Recent Years
          2. 2) The Criminal Situation Related to NPS in China
        2. 3. The Legal Framework of NPS in China
        3. 4. Demographic Characteristics of NPS Abusers in China
        1. 1. Monitoring and Evaluation System for NPS in China
          1. 1) Neuropsychopharmacological Research
          2. 2) Physical Dependency Research
          3. 3) Psychological Dependency Research
            1. i. In Vivo Toxicity Experiments
            2. ii. In Vitro Toxicity Experiments
        2. 3. Conclusion
          1. 1) Diverse Regulatory Approaches
          2. 2) Discrepancies in Drug Control Systems and NPS Regulation
          3. 3) Insufficient Awareness of NPS
          1. 1) Legislation, Regulation, and System Enhancements
          2. 2) Regulatory Measures and Optimization
          3. 3) Enhancing a System for NPS Detection, Early Alert, Assessment, and Scheduling
      1. V. Conclusion
      2. Bibliography:
    1. Zhandos Aktayev Download chapter (PDF)
      1. Introduction
      2. Reasons for the Widespread Use of Synthetic Drugs in the Republic of Kazakhstan
      3. Reasons for the Low Effectiveness of Drug Addiction Prevention in the Republic of Kazakhstan
      4. Preventive Measures Taken by Public Organisations (NGOs and Foundations)
      5. Media Coverage of the Problem: Difficulties and Expertise
      6. Conclusion
      7. Bibliography
    2. Mariya Prilutskaya, Valentina Mankieva Download chapter (PDF)
      1. Trends in Youth and Women’s Involvement in Synthetic Drug-Related Crimes
      2. Treatment Demand Among Youth and Women: Addressing the Growing Need
      3. Conclusions and Recommendations
      4. Bibliography:
    3. Vitaliy Vinogradov, Nikolay Lunchenkov Download chapter (PDF)
        1. 1.1 Definition of Chemsex
        2. 1.2 Historical Context of Chemsex
      1. 2. Relevance and Rising Trends Globally and in Central Asia
      2. 3. Influence of Tradition and Religious Beliefs on Substance Use Behaviour, Chemsex, and Health Outcomes
      3. 4. Popular Substances and Their Prevalence
        1. 5.1 Psychological and Social Support
        2. 5.2 Legal and Social Measures
        3. 5.3 Medical Interventions
        1. 6.1 Proposing Strategies and Programmes to Prevent NPS Use and Chemsex Practices in the GBMSM Community
        2. 6.2 Education and Outreach Programmes
        3. 6.3 Harm Reduction Programmes
        4. 6.4 Psychological and Social Support
        5. 6.5 Legal and Policy Measures
      4. 7. Experience of Project Activities in This Area
        1. 8.1 Education
        2. 8.2 Social Support
        3. 8.3 Interagency Cooperation
      5. 9. Prospects for Further Research
      6. 10. Conclusion
      7. Bibliography
    4. Heino Stöver, Ulla-Britt Klankwarth Download chapter (PDF)
      1. Introduction
        1. Drugs and drug use in prison
        2. Evaluation of the (social work) services
        3. Distribution of NPS in prison
      2. Interventions targeting the use of NPS in prison
      3. Effective Management of NPS in Prisons
      4. Conclusions
      5. Bibliography:
    1. Ainur Shukimbayeva, Aigerim Zhumasheva, Mariya Prilutskaya Download chapter (PDF)
      1. Introduction
      2. The Effect of the Synthetic Cannabinoids on the Respiratory System
      3. The Neurological and Psychiatric Effects of SCBs
      4. The Effect of SCBs on the Digestive System
      5. The Effect of SCBs on the Circulatory System
      6. The Effect of Synthetic Cathinones on Kidney and Liver Function
      7. The Effect of Synthetic Cathinones on the Circulatory System
      8. Clinical Symptoms of New Psychoactive Substances in Children
      9. Consclusion
      10. Bibliography:
    2. Alexei Lakhov, Nikolai Unguryan Download chapter (PDF)
      1. Background
      2. The Concept of Web Outreach Work
      3. Goals and Objectives of Web Outreach Work
      4. Tools and Methodology of Web Outreach Work
      5. The Case of the St Petersburg Charitable Fund ‘Humanitarian Action’ (Russia)
      6. Web Outreach in Kazakhstan: Challenges and First Achievements
      7. Conclusion
      8. Bibliography
    3. Zhanara Nurseitova Download chapter (PDF)
      1. Introduction
      2. Compulsory Treatment: Protection or Violation of Rights?
      3. Balancing Individual and Societal Interests
      4. Reconsidering Punitive Measures
      5. A Comprehensive Approach to Drug Treatment
      6. Conclusion
      7. Bibliography:
    4. BiographiesPages 265 - 274 Download chapter (PDF)
    5. List of AcronymsPages 275 - 277 Download chapter (PDF)

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