Encouraging Community Wellness for Behavioral Health (Addiction,NCDs and Mental Health)

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Nada India has been running ear acupuncture based intervention program in Drug De-addiction Center Jail No.3 having inmates with drug and HIV/AIDS. Nada India also has trained doctors on duty in use of ear acupuncture. The pre-sterilized & disposable needles have been used as part of the program. Nada has been donating needles, doctor, counselor and social workers services as part of the barrier free services program. The results are encouraging and even inmates of Yog ward (Asharam) next to DAC shown interest in use of NADA ear acupuncture as it also helps in practice of meditation . The usually the feedback varied from relaxation, peace, deep sleep ,better concentration and no craving for tobacco and other substance. At times Jail staff and Doctors ask for treatment for general well being and relaxation. Nada India is planning to organize a workshop for Jail staff on stress management and use of NADA ear acupuncture. On the occasion of International Day against Drug abuse a...