2. Main conclusions

The evolving drug market landscape in Afghanistan, influenced by recent drug policy changes, may further strain the already limited treatment options for drug rehabilitation, as documented in this report. Most of the treatment services in the country are provided by residential DTCs, which may not fully address the diverse treatment needs and the number of people in need of treatment in the country, which could benefit from integrated communitybased services tailored to less severe cases. Additionally, while women make up a substantial proportion of people using drugs in the country, over half of the facilities providing SUD treatment offer services exclusively for men. Moreover, only just above one-third of the provinces have facilities with services available for women.

Sustainable Development Goals:

Good Health and Well-Being

Responsible Consumption and Production