The Edge:  

A Resource for Iowa's Behavioral Health Professionals 

 
2013 Edition, Volume 13                           


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The Edge, a news scan for Behavioral Health Professionals in Iowa  strives to provide a glimpse of new trends, changes on the horizon in the field of substance abuse and problem gambling, and opportunities to increase your knowledge! 

We hope you enjoy this edition of The Edge!  Please continue to forward it to colleagues you think would be interested! 

The Edge is a weekly media scan that is distributed by the Iowa Substance Abuse Information Center (ISAIC).  If you have articles of value that you'd like to share with others across the state, or feedback regarding the content, format, or method of distribution, please email them to Emily at the address below.

Emily Blomme, ISAIC Program Manager 
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Stop by our exhibit table at the Governor's Conference on Substance Abuse later this week!

Curious about our new space?  Check out this video!

 
 
Substance Abuse:
Noteworthy Articles
 and Studies
The Marine Corps' ever existing alcohol abuse issue is slowly improving, and the Corps is taking steps to help prevent alcohol related incidents all together.
 
Dr. Gary Hemann was presented with the of the Physician's Innovation, Determination and Excellence in Action to reduce substance abuse award.
 
Random drug testing of middle-school students may help prevent substance abuse, a six-year study of New Jersey students suggests.
 
Suboxone (buprenorphine and naloxone), used to treat opioid dependence, will no longer be available in tablet form starting in March, because of the risk of children becoming poisoned after swallowing the drug. The company has switched to making a film version of the medication, which is put under the tongue. 

  

Problem Gambling: 
Noteworthy Articles
 and Studies
 
CADS Staff discuss NPGAW

The first 18 minutes of this public TV show is an interview with two ADDS staff about NPGAW!  At this week's Governor's Conference, you can hear Nicolas Foss present on Problem Gambling and Women 101.

 

Download the definitive guide for human resource managers about gambling disorders 

Do you have questions about gambling disorders and the best resources to refer to employees? The National Center for Responsible Gaming (NCRG) developed a science-based guidebook designed just for human resource managers and employee assistance professionals titled "Gambling and Health in the Workplace." 

 

N.J. to let casinos accept bets on fantasy teams

New Jersey is allowing casinos in Atlantic City to offer fantasy sports betting in a pilot program that will be announced.

 

Radio Iowa: Iowans know the risks of problem gambling

Iowa's own Mark Vander Linden, the manager of the Iowa Gambling Treatment and Prevention Program, explains the importance of the week.  Great stats of all kinds, specific to Iowa in this article! 

 

 
 
Upcoming Trainings and Materials 

 

 ISAIC Training Calendar
Trainings around the state in the field of Behavioral Health, including national webinars and online train

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!

 

Iowa Drug Endangered Children's Conference

April 8, 2013 - at the Meadows Events Center at Prairie Meadows in Altoona.  For Registration go to: https://www.blankchildrens.org/classes-and-events.aspx

From "Pathological Gambling" to "Gambling Disorder:" 

Changes in the DSM-5    April 24th, 1-2pm CST. One of the most anticipated events in the mental health field is the publication of the fifth edition of the American Psychiatric Association's (APA) Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM) in May 2013. Many of the changes have caused great debate and "Pathological Gambling" is no exception with substantial changes in classification, name of the disorder and number of symptoms required for a diagnosis. Are we ready for these changes? Registration available soon!  

 

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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