Harm Reduct J May 2023 PMID 37173697

'This is hardcore': a qualitative study exploring service users' experiences of Heroin-Assisted Treatment (HAT) in Middlesbrough, England.

Fleur Riley, Magdalena Harris, Hannah Louise Poulter, Helen J Moore, Daniel Ahmed, Graham Towl, Tammi Walker

Mentions

31
Peak: 9 in May 2023
across 4 sources since May 2023

Extended reach

73,812
potential audience

Total likes

13

Video views

5

Mentions per month

May 2023 – Jun 2025

Where it's discussed

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  • News11 articles
  • Blogs3 articles
  • YouTube1 videos

AI synopsis

What people are saying

Discussions strongly favor the positive results of Heroin-Assisted Treatment, with many referencing data such as a 98% reduction in street use and emphasizing participant perspectives, illustrated by phrases like 'amazing project' and 'this is hardcore.' The tone and language reflect high interest and recognition of the treatment's importance, driven by the compelling evidence presented in the study.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions support the positive outcomes and efficacy of Heroin-Assisted Treatment (HAT), highlighting evidence of reduced street use, social improvements, and success in high-risk groups.

InterestHigh interest

The topic appears highly engaging, with participants showing enthusiasm and curiosity about the program's findings, evidence, and potential impact, evidenced by phrases like 'important work' and 'amazing project.'

EngagementModerate engagement

People demonstrate active engagement by referencing specific studies, sharing news about papers, and emphasizing participant perspectives, indicating meaningful involvement beyond surface-level comments.

ImpactModerate impact

There is a recognition of the potential significance of the research findings, particularly regarding policy implications, program success, and testimonies from service users, suggesting a perception of notable influence.

Top posts

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Fleur Riley
@FleurRiley · X

Privileged to share this paper highlighting participants' perspectives of Middlesbrough's Heroin Assisted Treatment programme. Amazing project, tragically discontinued. https://t.co/ottz9XzbKG

May 19, 2023 · 4 likes · 180 followers View post →
Prof Tammi Walker
@ProfTammiWalker · X

Very pleased to present our second paper from the #qualitative work that explored #service #users #heroin #assisted #treatment in Middlesbrough funded by @NIHR_ARC_NENC @DurhamPsych

May 20, 2023 · 3 likes · 2,423 followers View post →
Fleur Riley
@FleurRiley · X

Link to full paper: https://t.co/ottz9XzbKG

May 19, 2023 · 3 likes · 180 followers View post →
Ariel Swyer
@ArielSwyer · X

Important work from the brilliant @FleurRiley on service users' experiences of heroin assisted treatment https://t.co/z5MiCrkF69

May 19, 2023 · 2 likes · 1 share · 304 followers View post →
Public Health Lit
@PublicHealthLit · X

Qualitative study exploring service users’ experiences of Heroin-Assisted Treatment (HAT) in Middlesbrough, England https://t.co/G2xdRqRrTt

Jul 10, 2023 · 1 like · 3,970 followers View post →
Prison_Health
@Prison_Health · X

'This is hardcore': a qualitative study exploring service users' experiences of Heroin-Assisted Treatment (HAT) in Middlesbrough, England https://t.co/IJaRyKtZ5d https://t.co/UMsFTU7J8V

May 19, 2023 · 19,215 followers View post →

All mentions

Phil T. Listener
@PhilTListener · X

@brianpooch @sharrond62 "Heroin-Assisted Treatment: international evidence" https://t.co/xTiOyrooDh

Jun 12, 2025 · 550 followers View post →
Ingrid Abuchaibe.
@Ingrid77980505 · X

Looking at methods implemented in countries with a high number of drug addicts. https://t.co/xkbxniEACY

Feb 13, 2025 · 333 followers View post →
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@gbodygt · X

@teach5173 @isaiahrmartin https://t.co/DPKz8JIHkL This is an article explaining the success thats been had with this program. Also, I apologize -- I mentioned Sweden but they're not one of the countries that participates in this. Finland, Denmark and Germany (I believe) do.

Sep 22, 2024 · 717 followers View post →
Jordan
@jlp8844 · X

@sheldonbailey @susankhazaeli The evidence is clear. Pharma grade heroin is a useful treatment for OUD https://t.co/zFMrJf0QNN https://t.co/SkL7AwbjkW https://t.co/uIlrmfKUZN https://t.co/ZmT9jfV2tF https://t.co/wigMaBpN3a https://t.co/lc1qo33AT6 https://t.co/V6TAtf89XO https://t.co/vEaTivAnHA

Jun 12, 2024 · 270 followers View post →
Public Health Lit
@PublicHealthLit · X

Qualitative study exploring service users’ experiences of Heroin-Assisted Treatment (HAT) in Middlesbrough, England https://t.co/G2xdRqRrTt

Jul 10, 2023 · 1 like · 3,970 followers View post →
Gary Holden
@Info4Practice · X

New on https://t.co/8pxKdRE5qp | ‘This is hardcore’: a qualitative study exploring service users’ experiences of Heroin-Assisted Treatment (HAT) in Middlesbrough, England | https://t.co/7HvYKlrG7F https://t.co/yKftM3LL2k

Jun 30, 2023 · 4,707 followers View post →
Peter Reynolds
@TweeterReynolds · X

@Belfaustian Heroin-assisted treatment (HAT) shows up to a 98% reduction in street use. Trials across the EU show sustained reduced street use, improvements in social functioning, fewer ODs and reduced crime #drugspolicy #CADrugsUse https://t.co/iMqjrPvfuV https://t.co/zupUf4Tw0k

Jun 25, 2023 · 8,144 followers View post →
Molly Gordon
@shaboom · X

RT @Prison_Health: 'This is hardcore': a qualitative study exploring service users' experiences of Heroin-Assisted Treatment (HAT) in Middl…

May 22, 2023 · 1 share · 12,901 followers View post →
Prison_Health
@Prison_Health · X

'This is hardcore': a qualitative study exploring service users' experiences of Heroin-Assisted Treatment (HAT) in Middlesbrough, England https://t.co/IJaRyKtZ5d https://t.co/boJ4MGnuZd

May 22, 2023 · 1 share · 19,215 followers View post →
Prof Tammi Walker
@ProfTammiWalker · X

Very pleased to present our second paper from the #qualitative work that explored #service #users #heroin #assisted #treatment in Middlesbrough funded by @NIHR_ARC_NENC @DurhamPsych

May 20, 2023 · 3 likes · 2,423 followers View post →
Fleur Riley
@FleurRiley · X

Privileged to share this paper highlighting participants' perspectives of Middlesbrough's Heroin Assisted Treatment programme. Amazing project, tragically discontinued. https://t.co/ottz9XzbKG

May 19, 2023 · 4 likes · 180 followers View post →
Fleur Riley
@FleurRiley · X

RT @ArielSwyer: Important work from the brilliant @FleurRiley on service users' experiences of heroin assisted treatment https://t.co/z5MiC…

May 19, 2023 · 1 share · 180 followers View post →
Ariel Swyer
@ArielSwyer · X

Important work from the brilliant @FleurRiley on service users' experiences of heroin assisted treatment https://t.co/z5MiCrkF69

May 19, 2023 · 2 likes · 1 share · 304 followers View post →
Prison_Health
@Prison_Health · X

'This is hardcore': a qualitative study exploring service users' experiences of Heroin-Assisted Treatment (HAT) in Middlesbrough, England https://t.co/IJaRyKtZ5d https://t.co/UMsFTU7J8V

May 19, 2023 · 19,215 followers View post →
Fleur Riley
@FleurRiley · X

Link to full paper: https://t.co/ottz9XzbKG

May 19, 2023 · 3 likes · 180 followers View post →
Atika עתיקה
@Atikatika9jJ · X

Heroin-Assisted Therapy programme provided benefits to a high-risk opioid dependent people who were unable or disinclined to participate in conventional opioid substitution treatments. #HarmReduction #SUD #OUD https://t.co/josCuqt4PD

May 14, 2023 · 511 followers View post →