From the New York Times. Click here to view the entire article. By Abby Goodnough WASHINGTON — President Trump’s commission on the opioid crisis asked him Monday to declare a national emergency to deal with the epidemic. The members of the bipartisan panel called the request their “first and most urgent recommendation.” Mr. Trump created […]
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National Conference on Tackling Tobacco Use in Vulnerable Populations October 5 – 6, 2015, Bethesda, Maryland Click here for more information. Register today! Space is limited! KEYNOTE PRESENTER: Deputy Surgeon General Rear Admiral (RADM) Boris D. Lushniak, MD, MPH PLENARY PRESENTERS: Peter Ashley, DrPH Diane Beistle Wilson Compton, MD MPE Dwana Calhoun, MS, CHES Shelina […]
Maryland Institute of Alcoholism and Drug Abuse Studies – Fall 2013 – Training Schedule Commuter Courses and Workshops
19, 20 and 21 Introduction to Addictions – Gregory Hunter, MPC, MS, LCSW-C, CISD, Therapist and Trainer in Private Practice, Baltimore, MD – 21 Hours DECEMBER 3 and 4 Motivational Interviewing Techniques – Dace Svikis – PhD, Professor, Director of Research Institute for Women’s Health, Virginia Commonwealth University, Richmond, Virginia – 14 Hours 10, 11 […]
What’s New Update: STI, HIV, TB, Hepatitis, Family Planning and Addiction
What’s New Update: STI, HIV, TB, Hepatitis, Family Planning and Addiction Event Type: Educational Event What: This conference will focus on the integration efforts that support a collaborative healthcare approach. Current medical updates in services for STDs, HIV, TB, hepatitis, family planning and addictions will be discussed. When: 4/11/2013; No Time Specified Where: The location […]
Introduction to Incentives
Introduction to Incentives Event Type: Educational Event What: This first webinar will introduce participants to a NIDA researched clinical tool, the evidence based practice of motivational incentives, or contingency management as it is sometimes called. We will begin with an overall discussion of incentives: why we use them, the principles on which they are based, […]
Healing through Story: An Experiential Workshop for Clinicians and Recovery Coaches
Healing through Story: An Experiential Workshop for Clinicians and Recovery Coaches Event Type: Educational Event What: All cultures have used stories to promote change. Twelve Step groups use personal story to inspire change. Master psychotherapists draw on story to facilitate change. As clinicians, we can also use the power of story to connect with clients […]