In June 2011 the Eastern Trauma Advisory Panel launched a small-scale research
project report which sought to address a number of issues concerning and relating
to trauma, alcohol and drug comorbidity. The resulting report was a first stage
exploration of the effects of trauma and addiction and acted as part of our journey
towards this seminar in which to explore the issues at greater depth. It is hoped
that the information collated from the literature produced and from people working
in the field of Trauma and Substance Misuse, will raise awareness and stimulate
further debate on the topics outlined for this event.