The Edge:
A Resource for Iowa's Behavioral Health Professionals
2013 Edition, Volume 23
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Greetings!
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.
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Substance Abuse:
Noteworthy Articles
and Studies
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The National Association of Attorneys General (NAAG) said Thursday that Google continues to allow ads for illegal online pharmacies that sell counterfeit or illegal drugs.
The newly released update to psychiatry's diagnostic manual combines problem drinking and alcoholism into a single condition known as "alcohol use disorder," which some experts say could lead binge drinkers to be mislabeled as alcoholics.
A new report shows that the number of emergency department visits involving adverse reactions to the sleep medication zolpidem rose nearly 220 percent from 6,111 visits in 2005 to 19,487 visits in 2010. The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) report also finds that in 2010 patients aged 45 or older represented about three-quarters (74 percent) of all emergency department visits involving adverse reactions to zolpidem.
The smoking cessation drug varenicline (Chantix) shows promise in treating alcohol dependence, a new study suggests. The study, conducted by scientists at the National Institute of Health, found the drug significantly reduces alcohol consumption and craving in people who are alcohol-dependent
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Problem Gambling: Noteworthy Articles
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The Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission agreed to accept an application for a state casino license from Gray and his group of Cedar Rapids investors who want to build a $100-million casino across the Cedar River from downtown Cedar Rapids.
After the $120 million Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Sioux City opens next year, could all the promises of increased fun and entertainment also lead to more cases of gambling-related theft in which problem gamblers embezzle from their employer or sell another person's property to get cash to pay gambling debts?
Probably not, experts say.
New NCRG Gambling Video
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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 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!
Dr. Mee Lee Presentation: Updated ASAM Criteria In case you missed it -- What's New in the ASAM Criteria.
Presentation: Prevention in Problem Gambling by Williams et al
Prevention of Problem Gambling: A Comprehensive Review of the Evidence and Best Practices.
Recruiting and Retaining Diverse and Underserved Clients and Families" Part I Webinar Training June 13, 2013 9:00-10:30 am CentralPart I: The dimensions of Iowa's Demographic Shifts: Implications for Substance Abuse Treatment Providers by Mark A. Grey, Ph.D., E.M.R., SARTECH II
Engaging and Treating Adolescent Substance Abuse in Rural Settings Webinar Training June 19, 2013 9:00-10:30 am Central. This training will educate participants about delivering substance abuse treatment, especially family treatments, in rural settings. Jennifer Miller, LCSW, CCDP-D and Vincent W. Piscar
Recruiting and Retaining Diverse and Underserved Clients and Families" Part II Webinar Training June 20, 2013 9:00-10:30 am Central. Part II: Meeting the Challenge of Recruiting and Retaining Diverse and Underserved Clients and their Families by Mark A. Grey, Ph.D., E.M.R., SARTECH II
Motivational Interviewing: Building Clinical Proficiency in Iowa
Holiday Inn Downtown at Mercy Campus.
Part I: July 18-19, 2013 from 8:00am -5:00pm
PartII: September 19-20, 2013 from 8:00am -5:00pm
Registration fee is $200 which includes four days of training, IBC CEUs, materials, lunch, afternoon breaks, and Certificate of Completion. You must attend both sessions!
A Primer of DSM-5 Webinar Training Wednesday, June 26 from 12pm-1:30PM, CTZ with Dr. Donald W. Black. This workshop is designed to cover the changes and practical implications of the DSM-5. Dr. Black will discuss the history and development of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM) and the important changes in the manual. He will also review the 3 important changes in the criteria used in adults.
Midwest Conference on Problem Gambling and Substance Abuse
June 26-28, Kansas City, Missouri
The three-day, multi-state summit features internationally and nationally renowned experts in the fields of problem gambling, substance abuse and co-occurring disorders. Last year, the conference hosted more than 200 attendees from throughout the country.
IHELP Workshops (Formally Summer School for Helping Professionals)
July 31-August 2, 2013 The IHELP workshops offer CEU-credit classes for community, agency, and education practitioners working with or interested in helping individuals, groups, families, and organizations. Click here to get the Schedule of Workshops.
6th Annual National Rural Substance Abuse Prevention Conference
August 7-9, 2013, Lancaster, SC. $150 for the three day event, includes breakfasts and working lunches. Buy two registrations and get the third for free.
Prevention of Youth Substance Abuse in Rural Communities is the only national conference that focuses on the unique challenges of prevention from a rural context. The three day annual conference includes nationally recognized keynote speakers, breakout sessions, and optional evening activities. The theme of this year's conference will focus on exploring future trends in prevention, including environmental prevention strategies and use of technology.
Did you miss a NCRG Webinar? You can view archived webinars here.
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