As fentanyl and other adulterants grow more ubiquitous in the national illicit drug supply, people who use drugs are at greater risk of overdose. In the 12-month period ending in June 2022, over 107,000 drug overdose deaths occurred, with 64% of deaths involving synthetic opioids like fentanyl. Despite high rates of overdose among people who […]
Substance use is the second most identified health disparity issue in rural Hawaiian communities. Native Hawaiian youth report the highest rates of substance use, especially early initiation, and the highest need for substance and alcohol treatment among ethnic groups in Hawai‘i. This Learning Session will present an overview of youth substance use in Hawai‘i and briefly […]
For individuals who have had prior MI training and want to hone their skills, we will jump right into the deeper use of spirit and OARS strategies to identify and evoke change talk. This is a smaller group format to allow for multiple guided practice opportunities. Curriculum pace and flow is intentionally designed to maximize […]
Data sources estimate that between 25 to 75% of people who survive different forms of abuse and/or a violent trauma develop issues related to substance use. Despite the prevalence of trauma, it often goes undetected particularly in people already dealing with life challenges and at high risk of substance use, misuse, and mental health problems. This interactive training […]
As the nation moves more towards value-based care, it’s critical that public health officials, clinicians, behavioral health specialists, and other healthcare providers understand how to identify, prevent, and treat populations that have experienced structural racism. In Part 2 of the two-part webinar series, How Past is our Past? Unpacking and Mitigating the Impact of Structural […]
Research data indicate higher rates of trauma among justice-involved persons than the general population. The effects of traumatic experiences can challenge a person’s capacity for recovery and pose significant barriers to accessing services, often resulting in an increased risk of coming into contact with the criminal justice system. This interactive training instructs on what trauma […]
During this online session, we will demonstrate how adverse childhood experiences (ACE) data can be used to identify risk factors that contribute to substance misuse in a community and how the data can be used by prevention professionals to plan. Exposure to traumatic experiences during childhood, or adverse childhood experiences (ACEs), is not uncommon. Studies estimate […]
NADCP's Justice For Vets is offering a free webinar on traumatic brain injury (TBI). This webinar will provide attendees with a brief overview of what brain injury is and why it is important for treatment court staff to be knowledgeable on this topic. Attendees will learn: How the National Association of State Head Injury Administrators (NASHIA) […]
Grantwriting is an important tool for organizational success in the prevention field, but where do you start if you are new to grants? This 2-hour webinar will provide prevention professionals an introduction to the grantwriting process, from looking for grant opportunities to preparing a proposal and drafting a budget, as well as strategies for grantwriting […]
Fetal alcohol spectrum disorders (FASD) are the most common neurodevelopmental disorders with a 5% prevalence in the general population. Barriers to diagnosis can leave children and families without needed supports. 1 NCSACW’s upcoming webinar and “dialogue with experts” series examines: 1) the prevalence of FASD, 2) the importance and challenges of early identification and screening, […]
This 90-minute webinar will focus on defining alcohol policy, connecting policy strategies to a comprehensive prevention approach. The presenter will focus on critical ingredients for practitioners interested in working on policy in a variety of settings including schools, communities, and other organizations. Additionally, the webinar will explore how to incorporate an equity lens in the […]
This webinar is geared toward providers who would like foundational information about trauma informed care and how to apply this approach with their interactions with people they serve, including the Indigenous population. Trauma informed care is not just for the behavioral health professional, but rather a client centered and compassionate approach that benefits the entire […]
This training is intended for those who work with LGBT individuals, including professionals working in behavioral health, primary care, HIV care, public health, prevention, community-based organizations, education, and government agencies (local, state, and federal). This training includes an introduction to key terms and concepts (such as gender identity and sexual orientation), treatment considerations for clinical […]
Data Informed Decision Making, or DIDM, is a critical part of strategic prevention planning. Though we may recognize the important role data plays in our prevention efforts, we may still struggle to understand and navigate the many ways to collect, analyze, interpret and use data to inform our work. When we use data within each […]
Substance use and HIV are important public health issues on their own and in conjunction with each other. Substance use is a major risk factor for contracting HIV and substance use disorders are prevalent among people living with HIV. In addition, substance use can significantly worsen the progression of HIV. HIV has a disproportionate impact […]
Motivational interviewing is an evidence-based, conversation model for evoking and enhancing intrinsic motivation to change behaviors. In this video-conversation, participants will discuss the core components of this model and practice using the skills of Motivational Interviewing, particularly in the context of substance use behavior change(s). Prior knowledge of Motivational Interviewing is not required. This learning […]
This 90-minute webinar will focus on the changing landscape of alcohol policies since the beginning of the COVID pandemic. The webinar will discuss the policy changes, the impact of COVID on excessive drinking behaviors, and the data available to understand these shifts. Additionally, the webinar will explore how and why these policies harm communities and […]
Substance use and HIV are important public health issues on their own and in conjunction with each other. Substance use is a major risk factor for contracting HIV and substance use disorders are prevalent among people living with HIV. In addition, substance use can significantly worsen the progression of HIV. HIV has a disproportionate impact […]
Life can be complicated and there may be times we feel overwhelmed by the many choices and decisions we are faced with. Sometimes it’s hard to know what direction to go and that can just add to our level of stress. Rebekah Demirel brings us Wisdom To Know The Difference viewing our decision-making through a […]
Join us for this 4-part series as we take a look at mental health respite care from the peer perspective, including discussions on its history and future direction, when and how it is being used (both in the Southeast and nationally), and the ways it can benefit one's recovery journey. Monday, June 26, 2023 (12:00 […]