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Cracks in the Ice
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Cracks in the Ice is an online toolkit providing evidence-based information and resources about crystal methamphetamine for the community.
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Cracks in the Ice @cracksintheice.bsky.social · Oct 10
We have made changes to our Privacy Statement to include more details on the information we collect. Visit the Privacy Statement page to learn more: cracksintheice.org.au/privacy
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We are absolutely thrilled to have been highly commended for this year’s Engagement Australia Excellence in Indigenous Engagement Award!
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November 14, 2025 at 2:56 AM
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Did you receive our final newsletter for 2025?
Check your inbox 📥 or view it online here: mailchi.mp/cracksint...
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November 13, 2025 at 12:00 AM
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Check out the program at ffsp.com.au
FFSP: The Family and Friends Support Program
A free online program with access to trusted and reliable information to assist families, friends and health professionals supporting someone who is using alcohol or other drugs
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November 11, 2025 at 6:28 AM
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Strong support for the first review of the Family and Friends Support Program, with participants finding the program helping them feel less alone #APSAD25
November 11, 2025 at 6:28 AM
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Cracks in the Ice | Evidence-Based Information for the Community
Helping the Australian community respond to the increase in the use of crystal methamphetamine (ice). Our website and app provide access to trusted evidence-based information and resources.
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November 11, 2025 at 10:18 PM
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Last day of #APSAD25 kicking off with Dr Steph Kershaw (filling in for Tariq Isaacs) sharing the process of developing the @cracksintheice.bsky.social lived experience videos on methamphetamine use
November 11, 2025 at 10:18 PM
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Are you attending this year's @apsad.bsky.social conference in Sydney?
Check out these presentations from @matildacentreusyd.bsky.social's Jessica Deng tomorrow (Tuesday 11 Nov) at 5:10pm AEDT, and Tariq Isaacs + Steph Kershaw on Wednesday 12 Nov at 9:20am AEDT!
Image with the text: "Presenting at" followed by The Australasian Professional Society on Alcohol and other Drugs (APSAD) logo at the top of the page. Below this, the following text: "Presentation: The Family and Friends Support Program: A Pilot Study Examining Usability, Acceptability, and Feasibility" and the Family and Friends Support Program (FFSP) logo. To the right of the image, a portrait photo of the presenter: Jessica Deng Image with the text: "Presenting at" followed by The Australasian Professional Society on Alcohol and other Drugs (APSAD) logo at the top of the page. Below this, the date of the presentation: "Tuesday, 11th November 2025", the session time/location: "5:10-5:15pm AEDT, C2.2 and C2.3" and then the following text: "Session 4B: Listening and Legitimacy: Systems, Stigma and Support in AOD Policy and Practice” To the right of the image, a portrait photo of the presenter: Jessica Deng Image with the text: "Presenting at" followed by The Australasian Professional Society on Alcohol and other Drugs (APSAD) logo at the top of the page. Below this, the following text: "Presentation: Development of Lived Experience Videos About Methamphetamine with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples" and the Cracks in the Ice logo. To the right of the image, two portrait photos of the presenters: Tariq Isaac and Steph Kershaw Image with the text: "Presenting at" followed by The Australasian Professional Society on Alcohol and other Drugs (APSAD) logo at the top of the page. Below this, the date of the presentation: "Wednesday, 12th November 2025", the session time/location: "9:20-9:30am AEDT, C2.2 and C2.3" and then the following text: "Session 5B: From Lived Insight to Clinical Impact: Diverse Approaches to Methamphetamine Care” To the right of the image, two portrait photos of the presenters: Tariq Isaac and Steph Kershaw
November 10, 2025 at 5:00 AM
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Speaking to a loved one about their #methamphetamine use can be tricky. However, support and encouragement from family and friends can play a key role in the recovery process. For tips on starting the conversation about methamphetamine use, visit cracksintheice.org.a...
Image with the Cracks in the Ice logo and the text: "Starting a conversation with a loved one about their methamphetamine use" overlayed on a photo of two women having coffee together. Image with the following text: "In this factsheet, you'll learn:" and below this, a list of the following five key takeaways: 1. Tips for preparing to have a conversation 2. What to do during the conversation 3. How to help someone who may be having suicidal thoughts 4. What to do when someone you care about won't seek support 5. Where to get support
November 4, 2025 at 9:00 PM
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Join us Tuesday 25 Nov to find out about our partnership with @garuwa.bsky.social, a First Nations–owned and led storytelling agency, to produce three powerful videos sharing the lived experiences of people impacted by #methamphetamine.

Register for our free webinar here: cracksintheice.org.a...
Image with the following text: "FREE WEBINAR: Co-developing culturally appropriate lived experience videos about crystal methamphetamine" and below this, the following text: "Tuesday 25th November 12pm AEDT, Presented by Tariq & Genevieve Grieves" with the Cracks in the Ice logo including cultural elements, and the GARUWA logo. To the left of the image, graphics of three camera rolls featuring various still shots/frames from Cracks in the Ice three lived experience videos.
November 3, 2025 at 11:00 PM
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On this final day of #MentalHealthMonth, learn from @orygen.org.au researcher Dr Alex Guérin as he explores the link between #methamphetamine use and #mentalhealth among youth, associated functional and cognitive outcomes + emerging research around new treatments for young people!
Image with the following text: "Free webinar recording: Methamphetamine use in youth - mental health and functional outcomes" followed by "Presented by: Dr Alexandre Guérin. Research Fellow at the Centre for Youth Mental Health, University of Melbourne & Project Manager at Orygen" with a portrait photo of the presenter. On the right, a group of young people sitting out near a cliff top enjoying a sunset, with both the Positive Choices and Cracks in the Ice logos overlayed on top.
October 30, 2025 at 7:00 PM
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A new study has found that people who use #methamphetamine and experience #depression were more likely to associate the drug with subconscious positive feelings.
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October 28, 2025 at 8:00 PM
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Are you, or someone you know, going through a tough time? Did you know that as well as their crisis support line for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, #13YARN also have a range of fact sheets which may be helpful for your situation?
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October 23, 2025 at 1:00 AM
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People with co-occurring #methamphetamine use disorder and #mentalhealth disorders generally experience poorer overall health & wellbeing than those with single disorders. Learn more this #MentalHealthMonth: cracksintheice.org.a...
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October 20, 2025 at 10:00 PM
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It can be hard to see someone you care about using #methamphetamine. Supporting them can be stressful and take a toll on your own #mentalhealth and physical health over the long term. This #MentalHealthMonth, check out these tips for how to look after yourself: cracksintheice.org.a...
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October 17, 2025 at 5:00 AM
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An Australian study found people with #MethamphetamineUseDisorder showed lower sensitivity to happy emotions and lower trust - highlighting that impaired social cognition and social decision-making may be associated with methamphetamine use disorder: pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih....
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October 14, 2025 at 9:00 PM
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It's #NationalCarersWeek! This week we recognise, celebrate and raise awareness for all Australians who provide care to a family member or friend. While carers play a vital role in supporting those affected by alcohol/drugs, they typically experience lower wellbeing compared to other Australians.
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October 12, 2025 at 11:00 PM
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We have made changes to our Privacy Statement to include more details on the information we collect. Visit the Privacy Statement page to learn more: cracksintheice.org.au/privacy
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October 10, 2025 at 2:05 AM
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It's #WorldMentalHealthDay!
Learn about the common #mentalhealth problems that co-occur with #methamphetamine use, how they develop, and how they can affect treatment.
To watch the full recording of our webinar presented by A/Prof Shalini Arunogiri from Turning Point, visit: cracksintheice.org.a...
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October 9, 2025 at 7:00 PM
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Check out Turning Point / @commoncauseaus.bsky.social's NEW message guide to help build understanding + reduce #stigma around #AOD! Drawing on insights from 2,400+ Australians, clinicians, researchers, advocates & people with lived experience. Access it here:
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October 9, 2025 at 1:00 AM
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A new @matildacentreusyd.bsky.social led study found that #stigma towards people who use #methamphetamine remains common, with 71% reporting #discrimination. Greater knowledge was linked to less stigma, highlighting the need for educational initiatives like Cracks in the Ice: onlinelibrary.wiley....
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October 6, 2025 at 11:00 PM
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Taking #methamphetamine can affect a person’s #mentalhealth and wellbeing. This #MentalHealthMonth, learn about the short and long-term mental health impacts of using methamphetamine + common signs of some mental health conditions: cracksintheice.org.a...
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October 2, 2025 at 2:00 AM
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#MentalHealthMonth starts today! To help improve your understanding of mental health/wellbeing and mental illness, check out Wayahead's Living Library: a collection of real-life stories that challenge #stigma, #stereotypes + prejudice towards #mentalillness: wayahead.org.au/livi... #MHM2025
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September 30, 2025 at 10:00 PM
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Did you know the Network of Alcohol and other Drugs Agencies (NADA) have updated their 'Language Matters' guide? Learn how to avoid stigmatising language when talking about alcohol and other drug use so that you can help to empower your clients: cracksintheice.org.a...
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September 29, 2025 at 12:00 AM
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Did you miss last week's webinar about #methamphetamine #overdose with NDARC's A/Prof Amy Peacock and Emeritus Prof Shane Dark?

Catch up on the recording + slides here: cracksintheice.org.a...
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September 24, 2025 at 10:00 PM
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A new @matildacentreusyd.bsky.social led study found that #stigma is higher when news stories of drug-related deaths depict people who used #methamphetamine (vs MDMA) and older (vs younger) people. The results show how #media framing can contribute to stigma: www.sciencedirect.co...
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September 23, 2025 at 12:00 AM