Sponsor: NH Alcohol and Drug Counselors Association PRESENTATION: This presentation will provide participants with the ability to examine their use of reflective practice skills in order to maximize desired outcomes in their work with clients. An in-depth review of professional boundaries as they relate to the NASW: National Association of Social Workers and the NAADAC: The Association for Addiction Professionals/NCCAP: The National Certification Commission for Addiction Professionals codes of ethics; federal and state laws as… Read more »
Addressing OUD in BIPOC Communities Part 1: Treatment and Recovery for African American Communities
Sponsor: National Council for Mental Wellbeing Between 2018 and 2019, the rate of opioid-related deaths among African Americans increased by 38%. Despite rising rates of drug overdoses in African American communities, attention to the drug overdose crisis and opioid epidemic has largely focused on White suburban and rural communities. Part 1 of this three-part webinar series will address the unique challenges and social determinants that hinder access to quality care for many African Americans. We… Read more »
An Update on Racial Disparities in the Course of Illness, Treatment and Recovery for Substance Use Disorder
Sponsor: National Council for Mental Wellbeing Although we have seen gains in the equity of treatment for alcohol use disorder, racial disparities across the continuum of opioid use disorder treatment still widely exist. Black Americans in particular, suffer a disproportionate burden of health and social consequences despite having a lower or equivalent prevalence of substance use. But why do these disparities still persist, and how can we use recovery science to dismantle racial health inequities?… Read more »
Virtual: Addressing Stigma and Health Disparities Related to Substance Use Disorder and Mental Health
Sponsor: NH Alcohol and Drug Counselors Association in collaboration with the North Country Health Consortium/ Northern NH Area Health Education Center A 2-hour training with Jennifer Goulet, CHW/RC PRESENTATION: Individuals experiencing substance use disorders (SUDs) and mental health related concerns often face discrimination and negative bias from society, including from healthcare and behavioral health professionals. Stereotypes that generate prejudice, and ultimately to discrimination, stem from misinformed beliefs about addiction. Even the most well-intentioned health care professionals… Read more »
Certified Addiction Registered Nurse (CARN) Exam Review for RNs/NPs – via Zoom
Sponsor: Office Based Addiction Treatment Training and Technical Assistance This no-cost course reviews topics covered in the certification exam for addictions nursing and is intended to support nurses preparing to sit for the exam. Virtual meeting Via Zoom Description Boston Medical Center is sponsoring a FREE exam review course for RNs and NPs working in the addiction field who have an interest in becoming a Certified Addictions Registered Nurse (CARN) or a Certified Addictions Registered Nurse –… Read more »
NATCON22
Sponsor: National Council for Wellbeing The National Council for Mental Wellbeing invites you to join thousands of professionals representing the very best of our field as they convene at NatCon22, the largest conference in mental health and substance use treatment, from April 11-13, 2022, to be held at the Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center in the Washington, D.C., metropolitan area. Your NatCon22 registration allows you to: Engage in unparalleled networking opportunities connecting with peers and luminaries, including Monday evening’s Opening Reception and… Read more »
Virtual: THC Use & Clinical Concerns
Sponsor: NHADACA PRESENTATION: This training is designed for clinicians at any experience level seeking to improve their understanding of how THC use affects the central nervous system and the entire body. During this training, participants will learn about the Pleasure and Reward neural pathways, and how THC acts on specific areas of the Brain. Special emphasis will be placed on up to date data showing how THC interacts with Bipolar disorder and Psychotic disorder diagnoses. The… Read more »
Advanced Ethical Issues in Clinical Supervision
Sponsor: NHADACA A 6-hour training with Jacqui Abikoff, LICSW, MLADC PRESENTATION: Clinical supervisors are in a position of significant power and responsibility. Responsibilities inherent in this role are to the supervisees, the agency/organization for which they work, the clients, the profession and ultimately to oneself. Balancing these responsibilities requires a clear understanding of the role of clinical supervision in practice management including inherent liability issues and the various practical and ethical responsibilities of the position. … Read more »
HIV: Myth Busters Edition
Sponsor: North Country Health Consortium/AskPETRA AUDIENCE: Nurses, Physicians, Social Workers, Certified Prevention Specialists, and Licenced Alcohol and Drug Counselors WHAT: HIV: Myth Busters Edition will discuss advances in HIV prevention and care and how these advances have impacted those living with HIV; Stigma and its connection to existing myths about HIV; Identify ways in which stigma and belief in myths build barriers to care for individuals at risk for/living with HIV. Upon completion of this presentation, participants… Read more »
Enhancing Ethical Decision Making While Working with Clients Experiencing Mental Health and Substance Abuse Concerns
Sponsor: NHADACA PRESENTATION: There are many times when clinical practice with clients who have lived experience with mental health and substance use concerns present unique ethical challenges. These types of challenges are most effectively and efficiently responded to by clinical staff that understand ethical principles and decision making. This training will provide content regarding common types of ethical decision making and ethical dilemmas. Ethical issues that are not resolved satisfactorily by utilizing reflective practice skills… Read more »