The Southeast PTTC is pleased to present a 3-part series focused on alcohol policies. In collaboration with the Center for Advancing Alcohol Science to Practice and the US Alcohol Policy Alliance, interactive webinar #2 will discuss alcohol policy strategies that are effective in reducing excessive and underage drinking and their associated community-level harms. We will […]

According to SAMHSA's 2020 National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDUH), approximately 26% of African American adults experienced a mental health and/or substance misuse concern1. While these rates may be similar to those of the general population, disparities exist in regard to their access to high quality and culturally competent mental health care services. […]

The uptake in the use of telebehavioral services since the start of COVID has been swift and is significantly transforming how these services are delivered. Mental health and SUD treatment services provided virtually are effective and serve as viable alternatives to in-person service delivery, but the research base for it is much more extensive for […]

Wondering what behavioral health data is available to support work in your community? You're invited to join this informational virtual workshop led by Herman Alvarado, a Supervisory Social Science Analyst at SAMHSA's Center for Behavioral Health Statistics and Quality, who will provide an overview of how to access SAMHSA's available data on the Behavioral Health […]

This webinar will provide an overview of the changes from the DSM 5 to the DSM-5-TR. The new diagnosis that was added will be reviewed, and well as the new language and changes throughout sections. At the end of the webinar, participants will have an opportunity for questions and answers. LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Participants will explore […]

This two-week, four-session series offers an interactive experience that explores the six principles of the Prevention Code of Ethics using realistic examples designed to strengthen participants’ abilities to manage challenging situations in their work. The learning series is structured to provide online consultation, skill-based learning and practice, group and individual activities, reading assignments, and discussion […]

In July 2022, Shelby County, Tennessee celebrated the 10th anniversary of its veterans treatment court (VTC). In this free webinar sponsored by Averhealth, panelists will discuss the trauma, mental health disorders, and substance use disorders veterans can return home with, leading to issues of unemployment, homelessness, and high rates of suicide. Panelists will describe how the […]

As a substance misuse prevention professional, we regularly face situations that require us to make ethical decisions. Often it is clear how to act ethically; sometimes it is not. This course explores the six principles of the Prevention Code of Ethics, brought to life with realistic examples designed to enhance participant understanding. The course also […]

The prevalence and impact of trauma is undeniable. Statistics show that as many as 90% of the people who enter the public behavioral health system have experienced trauma. The adverse childhood experiences study (ACE) demonstrates the correlation between early childhood adversity and negative health outcomes in adulthood, including heart disease, cancer, substance misuse and mental […]

Join the PTTC Network and SAMHSA for an upcoming webinar highlighting findings from SAMHSA’s guide, Implementing Community-Level Policies to Prevent Alcohol Misuse. The guide will focus on evidence-based, community-level policies to prevent alcohol misuse among youth and adults by working to change or influence community conditions, systems, and behaviors.

Person-Centered Practices are ways of working with people that create partnerships. It brings together things that are important to the person, and the expertise of the worker resulting in a plan for wellness that is meaningful to the person receiving services. Providing this kind of support involves awareness of power imbalances and the role of […]

Data is necessary in the process of improving reentry outcomes. A focus on recidivism and measures of failure have proven to be unsuccessful in preventing future offending while research confirms the benefits of focusing on positive outcomes and long-term success for young people. Leaders from four agencies participating in a national training and technical assistance […]

More than half of the US population now live in states where medical or adult-use of cannabis is allowed. As the legal landscape evolves in our own states, prevention practitioners have a role to play in addressing youth cannabis use. The presenter, Gisela Rots, will provide an overview of risk and protective factors, and key […]

According to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Annual Suicide Report, of the over 6,100 Veteran deaths by suicide in 2020, nearly 40% of the decedents had no contact with either the Veterans Health Administration or the Veterans Benefits Administration at any time before their death (VA, 2022). This indicates that there continues to […]

Difficult moments don’t have to grow into ‘incidents’ that can threaten client engagement and retention. This workshop is designed to equip participants with basic concepts and preparatory actions that can be used to de-escalate a wide range of interactions.

High rates of substance use and overdoses among people interfacing with the criminal justice system have highlighted a need for judges to be more informed and aware of substance use disorders and optimal treatment approaches. In 2020 and 2021, the Appalachian/Midwestern Regional Judicial Opioid Initiative sponsored a pilot project to engage both the judiciary and […]

LGBTQIA people are much more than their sexual orientation and gender identity. This interactive webinar combines the perspectives and practices of both Cultural Humility and Motivational Interviewing, inviting participants to consider how these approaches, used in tandem, can enhance engagement and retention of LGBTQIA people.

Motivational interviewing is an evidence-based practice used to help people overcome their ambivalence about change. In this interactive, skills-based workshop, participants will have the opportunity to learn about and practice the spirit of MI and both the relational and technical skills. LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Define and summarize the processes of focusing and evoking Identify different strategies […]

This FREE training will explore the development of disparities in the US and their impacts on racialized and marginalized communities with an equity lens. The participants will learn about the enhanced CLAS Standards and this training will describe techniques, strategies, and opportunities for implementing the standards. Participants will also learn about approaches and strategies grounded […]

Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD) is the most prevalent substance use disorder worldwide and affects over 14 million adults in the US. During this webinar we will discuss the current trends related to AUD and we will dive deep into appropriate screening for hazardous drinking and the pharmacological treatment for AUD. Participants Will Discuss the prevalence […]

“Nothing about me without me!” . . . the rallying cry of the family and youth engagement movement captures the challenge and opportunities presented when families are effectively engaged with agencies and systems. This inspirational session, told from the perspective of both a mother and a professional in the field, will outline a continuum of […]

This 90-minute session will focus on identifying the challenges rural communities face in data collection and sharing.  We will share, discuss, and work through common challenges faced by rural communities including reluctance to share and/or accept data and the lack of available local data. This training will be highly interactive and its success relies on […]

Anxiety and Anxiety Disorders appear to be increasing.? This presentation will review the commonalities and differences between “anxiety” and “anxiety disorders,” and provide an overview of evidence-based practices related to diagnosis and treatment.

This webinar will introduce and discuss the social determinants of health. It will explain which aspects have been found to be significantly linked to substance use, as well as how the social determinants of health are linked to inequity and health disparities. The webinar will provide recommendations on how prevention professionals can begin thinking about […]

In this kickoff session, join us in collaboration with peer support specialists who will speak to creating safe spaces for peer support providers within agencies. This series will open up opportunities to discuss ongoing support, career paths, antiracist practices, and how BIPOC peers can navigate the field. It will also offer a space to learn […]

Substance use among pregnant women is an urgent public health concern in the United States. This webinar will examine the history and risk factors of substance use among pregnant women. Women face unique barriers that bring shame, stigma, and social disgrace leading to under-representation in addiction prevention and treatment. Substance use has a disproportionate impact […]

Economic Stability. Education Access and Quality. Health Care Access and Quality. Neighborhoods and Build Environments. Social and Community Context. These are the common themes of Social Determinants referred to in substance misuse prevention efforts. What relationship do the Social Determinants of Health have with substance misuse prevention? If our focus is substance misuse prevention, is […]

Across the United States, law enforcement and behavioral health agencies have increasingly begun to incorporate peer support specialists in their responses to people experiencing behavioral health crises in their community. Peer support specialists are individuals with lived experience with mental health conditions, substance use disorders, and/or trauma who are trained, and often certified, to support […]

This webinar will introduce and discuss environmental strategies and their ability to expand the reach of prevention services. By using environmental strategies, prevention professionals can address the aspects of life around people that influence their likelihood of engaging in substance use. This webinar will discuss how environmental strategies work and their role in a public […]

The fourth and final session of NADCP's cutting-edge training series on equity and inclusion is coming up on Thursday, December 8, 2022. Don’t wait to register for these important trainings; space is limited! All webinars are free for attendees, will provide an opportunity for questions and answers as time allows, and will be recorded for […]