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Family members and addiction treatment outcomes: Applying research to clinical practice
Register now Description Family members (i.e., nuclear family, extended family, chosen family) of people with substance use disorder can positively impact addiction treatment initiation, engagement, retention, as well as sustained […]
Zeroing in on Xylazine
Register now Description This training will provide knowledge regarding xylazine, a CNS depressant, which has been linked to an increasing number of overdose deaths in the US. This training will discuss […]
VCBH Conference on Tobacco Use: Intersections with Other Addictions, Chronic Disease, and Health Disparities
Vermont Center on Behavior and Health 12th Annual Conference Tobacco Use: Intersections with Other Addictions, Chronic Disease, and Health Disparities Join for one or both days in-person at the Hotel […]
Becoming Capable Providing Medication and Safe Supply for Opioid Use Disorder: Insights From a Qualitative Study of Nurse Practitioners in North American Primary Care Settings
This presentation describes a qualitative study exploring the experience of nurse practitioners (NPs) in primary care settings across New England and Ontario. Learn how NPs developed capability in prescribing medication […]
Science Series: Medications for Opioid Use Disorder for Youth
FeaturedWebinarTopic Summary In 2021, one in every 100 kids aged 12-17 had an Opioid Use Disorder (OUD). Medication treatment for OUD (MOUD) is effective, but only 3-4% of youth who […]
Addressing Barriers to MOUD Access at Rural Community Pharmacies
Please join us on Wednesday, December 11th, 2024, from 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. ET for a UVM CORA Community Rounds Workshop Series session, “Addressing Barriers to MOUD Access at […]
Contingency Management as a First Line Public Health Intervention: Scaling Up CM to Treat Stimulant Use Disorder
Vermont Center on Behavior and Health Monthly Lecture Series Rick Rawson, PhD, Research Professor in Psychiatry at University of Vermont Dr. Rawson is a Research Professor at the Vermont Center […]
Application of behavioral economics to investigate contextual influences on alcohol and cannabis use
University of Vermont Center on Behavior and Health Monthly Lecture Series Michael Amlung, PhD Associate Professor in Applied Behavioral Science at University of Kansas Dr. Michael Amlung is an […]
Substance Use Treatment & Recovery Among People Involved in Rural Criminal Legal Systems
University of Nebraska–Lincoln Rural Drug Addiction Research Center March Seminar Series: Carrie Oser, PhD. University Research Professor of Behavioral Science at the University of Kentucky Topic: Social networks are an […]
Low-Threshold SUD Bridge Clinics and Integration of Evidence-Based Behavioral Health Services
Vermont Center on Behavior and Health Monthly Lecture Series Joanna Streck, PhD is an Assistant Professor in Psychiatry and in Medicine at Harvard Medical School (HMS), the Associate Director of […]
Systemic Solutions for Managing Methamphetamine Use
Register Now Presenter: Phillip Coffin, MD Sponsor: American Academy of Addiction Psychiatry (AAAP) Cost: No Fee Target audience: Interprofessional teams, nurses, pharmacists, PAs, physicians, social workers, students and educators, family and patient […]
The Power of Incentives: Contingency Management Approach to Address Tobacco Use for Individuals with Mental Health and Substance Use Challenges
Join the National Center of Excellence for Tobacco-Free Recovery (CoE-TFR) in exploring how Contingency Management (CM) can be effectively applied in behavioral health settings to address tobacco use. By offering […]
Evaluating the Health Effects of Medicinal Cannabis Use
Vermont Center on Behavior and Health Monthly Lecture Series Ryan Vandrey, PhD Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences Dr. Vandrey is currently a Professor at the Johns Hopkins University […]
Wabanaki Withdrawal Management
presented by: Lisa Sockabasin, RN (no further details available) Register Here
Reducing Smoking in People with Psychiatric Disorders Using Regulatory and Behavioral Interventions
Vermont Center on Behavior and Health Monthly Lecture Series Jennifer Tidey, PhD, is Associate Dean for Research and Professor of Behavioral and Social Sciences at Brown University School of Public Health, and is affiliated with the Center for Alcohol & Addiction Studies. Her research focuses on identifying the underlying mechanisms of high tobacco dependence in […]
Medications for Opioid Use Disorder in Carceral Settings: Issues and Effects
WebinarUniversity of Vermont Center on Behavior and Health Lecture Series David Farabee, Ph.D. Research Professor, Department of Population Health, NYU Grossman School of Medicine Professor Emeritus, University of California at Los Angeles David Farabee, PhD is a Research Professor in the Department of Population Health at NYU Grossman School of Medicine. His research centers […]
The Quest for a Medication for Stimulant Use Disorder
University of Vermont Center on Behavioral and Health MONTHLY LECTURE SERIES REGISTER FOR WEBINAR Craig Rush, Ph.D. Professor of Behavioral Science, Psychiatry, and Psychology College of Medicine, University of Kentucky Craig R. Rush, PhD is a Professor of Behavioral Science at the University of Kentucky College of Medicine, with joint appointments in psychiatry and […]
Meeting Youth Where They Are: Substance Use Prevention and Treatment
REGISTER NOW ABOUT THE TRAINER: Dr. Laura Grubb, MD, MPH, FAAP is a board-certified pediatrician and adolescent medicine specialist with over 25 years of experience dedicated to advancing adolescent behavioral health through clinical care, public health leadership, and national advocacy. Her expertise centers on youth substance use prevention, treatment, and recovery, with a strong […]
From Risk to Resilience: Developmental Influences on Youth Substance Use and Mental Health
REGISTER NOW ABOUT THE TRAINER: Dr. Laura Grubb, MD, MPH, FAAP is a board-certified pediatrician and adolescent medicine specialist with over 25 years of experience dedicated to advancing adolescent behavioral health through clinical care, public health leadership, and national advocacy. Her expertise centers on youth substance use prevention, treatment, and recovery, with a strong focus […]
Vaping: Evidence, Risks, and Clinical Implications for Health Care and Allied Health Professionals
REGISTER NOW ABOUT THE TRAINER: Dr. Patricia Cioe is a dedicated clinician, researcher, and educator whose work addresses one of the most pressing health issues for vulnerable communities: tobacco use. As a Family Nurse Practitioner and Associate Professor at URI, she bridges the gap between research and practice. Dr. Cioe’s research program is dedicated […]
Bringing Contingency Management to Scale: Key Steps for Public Health Impact
University of Vermont Center on Behavior and Health Monthly Lecture Series Lara Coughlin, PhD, is an Associate Professor of Psychiatry at the University of Michigan Medical School and a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in addiction science. Her research focuses on developing and adapting evidence-based interventions—particularly contingency management and behavioral economic approaches—to improve treatment engagement and […]
Medication and Treatment for Cannabis Use Disorder
Join Jonathan Fellers, MD, for a presentation that provides an overview of Cannabis Use Disorder and reviews medications that have been evaluated in clinical trials, including their proposed mechanisms, efficacy, and limitations. Participants will leave with a clearer understanding of current treatment options and greater confidence in discussing evidence-based approaches with patients. Learning Objectives: Identify […]
Gambling Below the Surface: Death by Suicide
New England Addiction Technology Transfer Webinar Learn about the connection between problem gambling and death by suicide, including key risk factors such as financial strain, relationship challenges, and co-occurring alcohol use. Explore emerging data insights and practical implications to better inform prevention, data collection, and clinical support. Click to Register
Development of a Toolkit for Implementing Evidence-Based Assessment and Treatment Practices for Co-occurring PTSD and OUD in Rural Healthcare Settings
This presentation will discuss evidence-based guidelines for the assessment and treatment of posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in individuals with co-occurring substance use disorders (SUDs) as well as barriers and facilitators to implementation in rural medications for opioid use disorder (MOUD) treatment settings. It will also introduce the newly developed UVM CORA Co-occurring PTSD and OUD Toolkit. Presenters: Kelly […]
Trapped in Cyberspace: Understanding Internet Addiction
New England Addiction Technology Transfer Webinar Learn about the link between problem gambling and death by suicide, including key risk factors like financial strain, relationship challenges, and co-occurring alcohol use. […]
A Primer on the Revised ASAM Criteria for Pregnant and Parenting Adolescents with Substance Use Disorders
REGISTER NOW ABOUT OUR TRAINER: Dr. Lauren Micalizzi is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Behavioral and Social Sciences at Brown University’s School of Public Health, where she […]
Older Adults and Casino Gambling: Behaviors, Motivations, and Risk
New England Addiction Technology Transfer Webinar Learn what motivates older adults to gamble and the factors that increase their risk for Gambling Disorder as this population evolves. Explore key implications […]
A Practical Overview of Treating Cannabis Use in the Perinatal Period
REGISTER NOW ABOUT THE TRAINER: Dr. Lindy Howe is a postdoctoral research fellow at the Center for Alcohol and Addiction Studies at Brown University. Lindy’s research interests center on substance […]