Module 6: HIV, Drugs, and Injection Drug Use
Module 6: HIV, Drugs, and Injection Drug Use, Screen 5 of 14
Developing Harm Reduction Approaches
Here are some suggestions, adapted from the Harm Reduction Coalition and Training Institute, for working with clients on harm reduction:
Ask yourself: Can you name three examples of harm reduction?
If you’re not sure, reread the last few screens.
Developing Harm Reduction Approaches
Here are some suggestions, adapted from the Harm Reduction Coalition and Training Institute, for working with clients on harm reduction:- Maintain a policy of respect for all clients: Recognize and set aside judgments about drugs, drug use, and drug users.
- Focus on a client’s strengths and abilities.
- Support all positive changes.
- Don’t assume that all the problems in the life of someone who uses drugs are related to drug use. Let people identify and set their own priorities.
- When asked, provide accurate and honest information about the possible harms of drug use, both in general and specifically in terms of the client’s life.
Ask yourself: Can you name three examples of harm reduction?
If you’re not sure, reread the last few screens.