The Edge:
A Resource for Iowa's Behavioral Health Professionals
2012 Edition, Volume 45 |
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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
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Hurricane Sandy Pushes Back Deadline for Sioux City Casino Applications
The Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission has pushed by the deadline for interested casino operators and their nonprofit partners to submit applications for a land-based casino in Sioux City, IA. Hurricane Sandy is the reason for the delay. Originally, applications were to be turned in to the IRGC's Des Moines office by 2pm on November 1st. The commission has now pushed the deadline back to November 5th.
NCRG Conference: Recovery-Oriented Systems of Care - A National Perspective
To understand the big picture of what constitutes a recovery from a gambling disorder, it is best to look at it from both national and local perspectives.
G2E 2012: Impressive growth forecast for online gambling
A majority of industry analysts anticipate significant near-term growth for online gambling, both in the United States and worldwide, according to the results of the 10th G2E Future Watch survey.
Researcher warns of online gambling luring children
Online gambling is making regulation more difficult, luring children to gambling and introducing new types of problem gambling, a British researcher told a conference on Thursday.
Research Results: Shame-prone gamblers and their coping with gambling loss
The findings indicate that shame-proneness is one of the predisposing risk factors for problem
gambling, whereas guilt-proneness may mitigate gambling problems.
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Substance Abuse:
Noteworthy Articles
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| The Scary Trend Of Boomer Addiction
In the psychedelic1960s, it seemed everyone was "turning on". No one worried about using marijuana or other drugs, as it seemed everyone was doing it. Now, many those who came of age in that era are facing a real and rising problem of substance abuse. How big of a problem is this?
Physician Addiction Treatment Programs Have Too Little Oversight, Experts Say
Programs designed to treat physicians' substance use disorders have too little oversight and no clear standards, according to two experts from Harvard Medical School.
Alcohol's Effects on Brain Can Begin to Subside Soon After Person Stops Drinking
Alcohol's damaging effect on the brain can begin to subside two weeks after a person stops drinking, a new study suggests. Recovery may vary among different areas of the brain, the researchers say. The findings could offer promising news for recovering alcoholics.
The Role of the Physician in "Medical" Marijuana
Based on a literature review, consensus discussions, and a field review, the Action Committee developed a series of findings, conclusions and recommendations regarding the therapeutic value of smoked marijuana and the role of physicians in the prescribing of marijuana for medicinal purposes.
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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!
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 HereMarijuana: Science and Strategies for Community Coalitions Thursday, November 15, 2012 3:00-4:30 p.m. EST The presentation will also clearly define the differences between medical marijuana, decriminalization and legalization and describe their impact on communities. Participants will also learn why community coalitions should care about marijuana use and engage their communities to address the marijuana issue, particularly around formulating messages and developing other effective strategies. More Information Here! 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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