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Characterizing Implementation Strategies Using a Systems Engineering Survey and Interview Tool-a Comparison Across 10 Prevention Programs for Drug Abuse and HIV Sexual Risk Behavior 1.25 credits

This course examines a systems engineering survey and interview tool for use in prevention programs for drug abuse and HIV sexual risk behavior, using implementation science, systems engineering and behavioral...  Read More

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Web-Based Prescription Opioid Abuse Prevention for Adolescents Program Development and Formative Evaluation 1 credit

This course examines a well-researched and thoughtfully execute web-based prescription opioid prevention for adolescents. The randomized control trial focuses on prevention and control of the use of opioids. The participants...  Read More

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Perceived Importance of Substance Use Prevention in Juvenile Justice-a Multi-level Analysis 1 credit

The course examines the perceived importance of substance use prevention by staff in the juvenile justice staff who supervise juveniles under community supervision. The study analyzed data from 492 employees...  Read More

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Advances in Substance Abuse Prevention and Treatment Interventions Among Racial, Ethnic, and Sexual Minority Populations 1 credit

This course discusses substance abuse treatment and prevention in racial, ethnic minorities, and sexual minority populations, using cultural interventions, computer technology and culturally grounded intervention among those with alcohol use,...  Read More

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Trends in Opioid Use, Harms, and Treatment 4 credits

This course examines the opioid epidemic in detail. It begins with identifying the scope of the problem. The report includes: trends in prescription opioid use and misuse, risk factors for...  Read More

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Preventing the Use of Marijuana: Focus on Women and Pregnancy 2.5 credits

This course examines prevention the use of marijuana in pregnant women using several approaches It includes education through contact with physicians, advertising campaigns legislative action delaying initiation, education programs, and...  Read More

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The Comorbidity of Psychiatric and Substance Use Disorders Among Hispanic Adolescents 1.25 credits

This course examines substance abuse and psychiatric symptoms in Hispanic adolescents. Using a pool of treatment seeking Hispanic adolescents, the study used variables such as age, gender, preferred language, internal...  Read More

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Demographic Trends Among Older Cannabis Users in the United States, 2006–13 1 credit

This course examines demographic trends in cannabis use in the older adult population through the use of geriatric epidemiology. Cannabis use in on the rise in a population with existing...  Read More

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Age Differences in Daily and Non-daily Cannabis Use in the United States, 2002–2014 1 credit

This course examines age difference in cannabis use in the US between 2002-2014. Previous research indicate a change in use in 2007, thus the data is separated before and after...  Read More

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Principles of Substance Abuse Prevention for Early Childhood 6 credits

This course deals with principles of substance abuse prevention in early childhood. This course includes: intervening in early childhood can alter the life course trajectory in a positive direction, increasing...  Read More

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Responsible and Controlled Use-Older Cannabis Users and Harm Reduction 1.75 credits

This course examines the responsible and controlled marijuana use in older drug users and how they reduce risk through harm reduction. It includes: health risks, moderation, respiratory issues, overdose management,...  Read More

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A Critical Look At Intergenerational Trauma and Substance Misuse: Implications for Prevention 1 credit

This SAMHSA webinar offers an introduction to intergenerational trauma and its link to substance misuse. This course explores ways for prevention practitioners to support and implement trauma-informed prevention approaches. This...  Read More

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TIP 59-Improving Cultural Competence- An Introduction 3.25 credits

This course is an overview of the TIP in the executive summary and Chapter 1. It covers the following: core assumptions, what is cultural competence? Why is cultural competence important,...  Read More

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Culturally Competent Prevention and Treatment 1.5 credits

This research intensive course examines various aspects of treatment in racial and ethnic groups and sexual minorities. Evidence-based practices were used to study alcohol use, abuse, and dependence in ethnic...  Read More

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Facing Addiction in America-The Surgeon General’s Spotlight on Opioids 1.5 credits

The Office of the Surgeon General and the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) developed this Spotlight on Opioids from the Surgeon General’s Report, in order to provide...  Read More

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What’s New in Addiction Prevention in Young People-A Literature Review of the Last Years of Research 1.5 credits

Addiction prevention is a major public health problem, particularly concerning young people. Despite the consensus that primary prevention is essential, the evaluation of its impact is questioned. The objective of...  Read More

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Addiction As a Choice? 2 credits

Normative thinking about addiction has traditionally been divided between, on the one hand, a medical model which sees addiction as a disease characterized by compulsive and relapsing drug use over...  Read More

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Ending Discrimination Against People With Mental and Substance Use Disorders-Science of Communication and Ways to Reduce/Address Stigma 4 credits

To change health-related public norms and behaviors, public health organizations often partner with communication scientists. Health-related behavior is influenced by a range of structural, social, and psychological factors, which include...  Read More

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Prescription Drug Abuse 1 credit

Misuse of prescription opioids, CNS depressants, and stimulants is a serious public health problem in the United States. Although most people take prescription medications responsibly, in 2017, an estimated 18...  Read More

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Reading-Based Online

Prevention of Youth Marijuana Use 1 credit

The legalization of marijuana in some areas has led to a shift in the perception of its harmfulness. In this webinar, viewers will receive valuable information and resources to help...  Read More

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