Pipes as an engagement tool: qualitative findings from a crack equipment and harm reduction training intervention in England

Key Points

• Increased engagement in harm reduction training was observed, indicating the effectiveness of using pipes as an intervention tool.
• Participants reported positive changes in attitudes and behaviors related to drug use after the training intervention.
• The observational analysis utilized qualitative methods to assess the intervention's impact on participants' experiences.
• Findings suggest that utilizing pipes in training may foster a supportive environment, though more research is needed to generalize results.