March 14, 2012 1:00 PM ET, 12:00 PM CT
It’s been estimated 75% of adolescents with Substance Use Disorders have a co-occurring mental health disorder most commonly anxiety disorders, mood disorders, attention-deficit disorders, and conduct disorder. The heterogeneity of substance abuse and co-occurring disorders suggest a differential response to substance abuse treatment.
February 8 2012 11:00 AM ET, 10:00 AM ET
Focus on Integrated Treatment (FIT) is an innovative online training program designed to help addiction treatment and mental health professionals develop the skills to work effectively with clients who have co-occurring disorders. FIT uses real-world videos, simulations, and highly interactive methods to engage clinicians in mastering content about co-occurring disorders and practicing the evidence-based practices needed for effective integrated treatment.
October 6, 2011 1:00 PM EST
Gay men seeking treatment often have multiple diagnoses. How these diagnoses interact with each other make for a complicated client, and not addressing or assessing each component may contribute to relapse potential. The four key areas are mental health (especially severe depression), substance abuse (especially crystal meth), sexual compulsive behavior and health issues (especially HIV/AIDS).
November 15, 2011 1 PM EST
Members of sexual minorities have special needs that must be addressed in order to provide effective treatment for their addictions as well as co-occurring psychological and behavioral problems. Lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender persons with psychiatric disorders may experience a delay in diagnosis of addiction and may be prescribed medications that are unsafe for them. Alternatively, undiagnosed psychiatric illness may complicate primary addiction treatment and undermine ongoing recovery in these populations.
December 8, 2011 1:00 PM EST
According to SAMHSA's National Center for Trauma-Informed Care (NCTIC) "Trauma-informed care is an approach to engaging people with histories of trauma that recognizes the presence of trauma symptoms and acknowledges the role that trauma has played in their lives." Providers can benefit from understanding the difficulty for LGBTQI victims to receive services for healthcare and also for those in need of alcohol, tobacco, drugs and other addictive disorders.
Wednesday, November 9 2011 3:00 PM Eastern, 2:00 PM Central
The Illness Management and Recovery Program (IMR) is a comprehensive, evidence-based program that helps people with serious mental illness identify their personal recovery goals and learn strategies and skills for managing their illness and achieving their goals. Intended for people with major mood disorders and schizophrenia spectrum, IMR has been developed through years of research and the consensus of leading experts in mental health care along with clients and family members.
Wednesday, September 14, 2011, 3:00 - 4:30 EDT / 2:00 - 3:30 CST
The leading organizations in behavioral health have joined forces to Focus on Integrated Recovery as the most effective approach to treating co-occurring substance use and mental health disorders. This web conference showcases this groundbreaking collaboration, defining the parameters of integrated recovery, and highlighting the best resources for professionals. Integrated recovery spans the entire continuum of care - from prevention through intervention, treatment, and recovery management.
Wednesday, August 10, 2011, 3:00 - 4:30 EDT / 2:00 - 3:30 CST
As many as half of all people who arrive at mental health clinics or addiction treatment facilities have co-occurring disorders. These clients need effective, integrated care for both their disorders--and they need guidance in preventing relapse and developing the skills necessary to maintain healthy, balanced lives.
Tuesday, December 6 2011, 1:00 EST
Recent government reports indicate what addiction professionals already know: drug abuse is on the rise. But these upward trends are coming from new and sometimes confusing directions. Bath salts? Synthetic marijuana? Synthetic opiates? These and other trendy substances are complicating the landscape of drug treatment. This presentation will not only review the latest statistics, but it will address the specific substances that are driving the trends.
Thursday, December 8 2011, 1:00 EST
The clarion call for evidence-based practices that rings through the behavioral health service field can be daunting to answer. Providers often struggle to create an environment within their agency to successfully implement evidence-based practices and to track long-term outcomes to determine the effectiveness of the services. This workshop provides a case study of one agency's approach to meeting this challenge.
