Double Trouble: Common Risk Factors for Mental Health and Substance Use Disorders
May 10th from 12PM-1:30PM CT
This webinar will explore common risk factors for mental health and substance use disorders. The presentation is roughly divided into two evidence-based approaches to stigma-reduction and education: Part 1 includes a personal testimony of co-occurring substance use disorder and mental health diagnoses. Part 2 details the common risk factors and provides context for preventing and treating co-occurring disorders
What Does & Does Not Work in Prevention
May 17th from 3-4:30PM CT
Many trainings and resources focus on what research has shown to be effective to prevent substance use. We also know through research what is NOT effective and sometimes harmful in preventing substance use. The focus of this webinar will be on identifying these ineffective approaches and alternative evidence-based strategies to replace these ineffective strategies. We will also spend time discussing strategies prevention professionals can use to address the resistance often expressed by individuals and organizations reluctant to change long-standing, well-liked, but ineffective prevention practices.
