Stimulants and Polysubstance Use Part 1: What the Data Shows

This webinar will provide an overview of the current scope of stimulant and related polysubstance use in the United States and the states of the Central East region. It will include a review of use and overdose rates, as well as data on availability and accessibility of substances. The webinar will also discuss the differences between the current and prior waves of stimulant use. Finally, it will discuss what is known about the factors driving the current wave of use and data sources prevention professionals can use to obtain additional data.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

By the end of this webinar, participants will be able to:

1. Explain trends in stimulant and polysubstance use and consequences
2. Describe similarities and differences between current and past stimulant use
3. Identify the risk and protective factors for stimulant and polysubstance use
4. Name relevant data sources to learn more about stimulant and polysubstance use