Island Of Hope: Psychological Perspectives On Drug Harm Prevention
Author(s): Jasmin Kaur (Editor), Chi Ching Leung
- Publisher: WSPC
- Publication Date: March 12, 2026
- Language: English
- Print length: 396 pages
- ISBN-10: 9819827957
- ISBN-13: 9789819827954
Book Description
Island of Hope: Psychological Perspectives of Drug Harm Prevention offers the first in-depth exploration of how psychological science drives Singapore’s distinctive approach to drug harm prevention. Drawing from a decade of work by psychologists and correctional rehabilitation specialists from Singapore’s Ministry of Home Affairs, this groundbreaking volume showcases how evidence-based practice informs policies, prevention, treatment strategies, and community engagement for drug offenders. Through a synthesis of local research and global insights, the book unpacks four pivotal dimensions: the theoretical underpinnings of harm prevention, the psychology of prevention and deterrence, the key components of effective rehabilitation, and the emerging challenges posed by evolving drug trends. Both timely and thought-provoking, Island of Hope illuminates how psychological principles strengthen resilience and promote recovery and reintegration — within individuals, families, and communities — in the ongoing effort to safeguard society from drug-related harm. A must-read for addiction professionals, psychologists, policymakers, researchers, and anyone interested in advancing drug harm prevention in a rapidly changing landscape.
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About the Author
Leung Chi Ching is Lead Psychologist at the Home Team Psychology Division within the Ministry of Home Affairs, Singapore. In this capacity, she focuses on understanding the underlying motivations of drug abuse and developing evidence-based strategies for prevention, rehabilitation, and reintegration of individuals affected by substance abuse. Her prior roles within the ministry include correctional research and data analytics at the Singapore Prison Service, where she contributed to advancing psychological research and policy development in offender rehabilitation. Dr Leung earned her PhD in Psychology from the National University of Singapore and holds an adjunct assistant professorship position at NUS, where she teaches courses on addictive behaviours. She has a strong commitment to research, particularly in applying positive psychology principles to addiction treatment and prevention. This blend of applied practice, research, and teaching underscores her leadership in behavioural science within Singapore’s public security and rehabilitation sectors.
Jasmin Kaur oversees the domain of drug psychology in the Home Team Psychology Division, Ministry of Home Affairs. Dr Kaur has helmed the leadership and crisis management training for law enforcement and public safety officers at the Home Team Centre for Leadership. A clinical psychologist with over 20 years of experience in offender rehabilitation, addiction psychology, and implementation research, she has held appointments in the Singapore Prison Service and the Ministry of Social and Family Development. Her work bridges psychology, policy and systems design — translating evidence into action to strengthen prevention, rehabilitation, and community reintegration. She also teaches correctional psychology at the National University of Singapore. Dr Kaur has published and presented on offender assessment, rehabilitation, drug rehabilitation, and resilience. Passionate about shaping resilient individuals and systems, Dr Kaur brings an integrated lens to substance abuse addiction to help communities foster change and recovery that lasts.
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