The Edge:
A Resource for Iowa's Behavioral Health Professionals
2012 Edition, Volume 44 |
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The Edge is a weekly media scan that is distributed by the Iowa Substance Abuse Information Center (ISAIC). Our goal is to share relevant information about substance abuse, problem gambling and associated mental health issues with professionals in Iowa.
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Problem Gambling: Noteworthy Articles
and Studies
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| Silencing the siren's call: Can pop-up messages help slot machine players stick to their pre-set spending limits?
From The WAGER: A study that examines whether pop-up messages help people follow their preset monetary limits, and whether they do so by interrupting dissociation.
Gamblers in a Spin Over Frustrating Losses: Study Explores the Physiological and Behavioral Responses to Gambling
A new study provides evidence that gamblers interpret near-misses as frustrating losses rather than near-wins.
Scientists uncover the secret of why we gamble
Gamblers interpret near-misses as frustrating losses rather than near wins, according to new research which sheds light on the compulsive nature of betting. This sense of frustration from just losing out encourages the gambler to bet again, which in turn may contribute to addictive gambling behavior, the researchers say. Lobbyist: Online poker will need 'gamblers luck' to pass Passage of federal Internet poker legislation during Congress' upcoming lame duck session will "take a little bit of gamblers luck," the casino industry's chief Washington, D.C., lobbyist said Tuesday in Las Vegas. |
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Substance Abuse:
Noteworthy Articles
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| Number of Teens Who Drink and Drive Fell 54 Percent Since 1991
The number of U.S. teens who drink and drive has decreased 54 percent since 1991, according to a new government report. Last year, 90 percent of high school students 16 and older said they don't drink and drive.
Curious about marijuana legalization in other states?
An informational brief about the upcoming initiative in Washington state regarding the legalization of marijuana. Includes general information and links to how legalization impacts children, driving and communities.
Commentary: Affordable Care Act Could Benefit Treatment of Co-Occurring Disorders
According to SAMHSA, integrated treatment or treatment that addresses mental and substance use conditions at the same time is associated with lower costs and better outcomes such as reduced substance use, improved psychiatric symptoms and functioning, decreased hospitalization, increased housing stability, fewer arrests and improved quality of life.
Drinking and substance abuse among US women on the rise
According to the National Center on Addiction and Substance Abuse, about six million women are dependent on alcohol in the U.S. and about 2.6 million women have substance abuse issues.
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Upcoming Trainings and Materials
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ISAIC Training CalendarTrainings around the state in the field of Behavioral Health, including national webinars and online trainin |
ISAIC Resources for Behavioral Health Professionals
ISAIC's new page for Professionals includes links to online libraries and databases, open positions in the field, and statewide training calendar. Check back often for updates and submit open positions and upcoming trainings to be posted!
2012 Prevention Conference November 1, 2012 at the Community Choice Credit Union Convention Center-Veteran's Memorial in Des Moines, Iowa. More information here!Problem Gambling Prevention Round TableNovember 2, 2012 at Veterans Memorial - Community Choice Credit 8:30am -noon. Now is your chance to take a step back and spend a morning with peers from around the state discussing relevant issues in problem gambling prevention. The round table is intended to energize participants to explore new ways of thinking about and implementing prevention in their area. Prairielands ATTC - Essential Substance Abuse Skills: Counseling Families, Partners, and Significant Others, with Candace Peters. Wednesday November 14th, 11:30-1pm. Models of family and partner counseling, systems theory, domestic violence, cultural factors, and engagement of family. Register Here!Problem Gambling 101 -- Online 25 minute training accessible to Iowa providers in partnership with the Indiana Problem Gambling Treatment Resource Network. Clinical Supervision for Problem Gambling Treatment Providers Supervision is available to professionals outside of NYS for a fee of $15 per session. Please contact Michelle Hadden at mhadden@nyproblemgambling.org for more information. Did you miss a NCRG Webinar? You can view archived webinars here. Interested in getting Certified? Click to find information about Iowa Problem Gambling Certification or National Problem Gambling Certification
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