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The Effects of Social Media Use: A Review of Ethical, Clinical, and Supervisory Considerations
Presented by Ian Bonner, PsyD, Valerie Velarde, PsyD
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Course: #1587Level: Introductory2 Hours
This two-hour course will provide an introduction to social media, the evolution of its utilities, who engages with social media, and what we currently know about its effects on users. Through empirical findings, we will consider whether excessive social media use can be described as an addiction. Case examples will be used to demonstrate some clinical implications of social media use and how to assess for and discuss a client’s experience of social media. Supervisory and ethical considerations will be explored.

Working with Patients Undergoing Medically Assisted Therapy: Supervision Standards, Ethical and Diagnostic Considerations, and Clinical Documentation
Presented by Ryan Kirk, PsyD, MSW, HSPP, Katie Kirk, PsyD, LAC
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Course: #1589Level: Intermediate2.13 Hours
This course empowers behavioral health clinicians with the necessary skills and ethical competencies for delivering integrated, evidence-based addiction care to patients undergoing medication-assisted treatment (MAT). A focus on confidentiality, MAT and general ethics including HIPAA and CFR 42, and supervision standards are addressed. Participants will explore substance use disorders from a neuroscience perspective, develop counseling best practices within interdisciplinary MAT settings, and cover topics ranging from harm reduction strategies to documentation of medical necessity, aiming to enhance support for individuals managing addiction and dual diagnoses.

Adolescent Development: Addiction, Ethics, and Research Supervision
Presented by Julie Campbell, PhD
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Course: #1600Level: Intermediate2 Hours
This course covers current research associated with behaviors associated with addiction, particularly during the adolescent period of development. Risky behaviors will be explored based on the role of hormones and environment. Theories related to the development of addiction and problem behaviors during adolescence will be considered. Ethics and research supervision will be covered in addition to study design, testing hypotheses, theory formulation, and submitting a study for review to an institutional review board.

Psychological Considerations when Treating People with Serious Mental Illness in an Inpatient Setting
Presented by Deanna Metropoulos, PsyD
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Course: #1549Level: Introductory1 Hour
Psychological Considerations when Treating People with Serious Mental Illness in an Inpatient Setting is presented by Deanna Metropoulos, Psy.D. This course provides a one-hour overview of considerations necessary for behavioral health clinicians when working in an inpatient facility. Specifically, it will focus on working with individuals with serious mental illness. This course reviews empirically supported treatments and assessment practices within an inpatient setting.

Professional Ethics: Code of Conduct and Boundaries Review
Presented by Ryan Kirk, PsyD, MSW, HSPP
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Course: #1461Level: Introductory1 Hour
This course explores behavioral health professionals' code of ethics including social workers, psychologists, counselors, and addiction counselors. It describes professional boundaries, what a dual relationship is, and what steps to take if a dual relationship has developed. It identifies appropriate boundaries within both professional relationships and patient-practitioner relationships.

The Sociology of Addiction
Presented by Sophie Nathenson, PhD, Katie Kirk, PsyD, LAC
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Course: #1088Level: Advanced1 Hour
This course reviews present day diagnosis and treatment of substance use disorders, and the relationship between addiction theory and practice. Contemporary sociological theories are outlined, with an exploration of the history of addiction in societies. A multi-level, holistic theoretical approach is introduced to inform the design of policy and interventions.

The Opioid Crisis: A Sociological Perspective
Presented by Sophie Nathenson, PhD
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Course: #1014Level: Intermediate1 Hour
In this course the social context of the opioid crisis will be discussed, including societal-level contributing factors. A holistic approach to addressing the crisis is presented, with applications to the health professional’s role.

Substance Use & Recovery in the Military and Veterans
Presented by Heather Moshier, MBA, CAADC, LSW
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Course: #1285Level: Intermediate1 Hour
We know that individuals impacted by substance use disorder can recover, yet subpopulations may experience greater difficulties than their counterparts. This webinar provides an overview of the connection of SUD in the Military and Veterans and helps professionals understand tenants and pathways to recovery for this population, and identifies why purpose is needed in recovery.

Prescription Opioid Abuse and Misuse
Presented by John Smith, PhD, LCSW
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Course: #1102Level: Intermediate1 Hour
Prescription opioid abuse and misuse have become a national epidemic leading to addiction and an unprecedented number of drug overdose deaths. This course examines the risks and signs of opioid abuse and misuse, addiction, and looks at new treatments for Opioid Use Disorders.

Understanding The Dynamics of Families With Substance Use Disorders
Presented by John Smith, PhD, LCSW
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Course: #1375Level: Intermediate1 Hour
Addiction is a “family” disease and everyone in the family is affected in some way when a member suffers from a Substance Use Disorder (SUD). This course reviews the dynamics of addictive and dysfunctional families using a “family systems” approach.

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