National Association for Alcoholism and Drug Abuse Counselors (NAADAC)

Time: 12PM - 1:30PM ET

Time: 12PM - 1:30PM ET

Time: 12PM - 1:30PM ET

Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is often misunderstood and stigmatized, with 60-80% of individuals having additional mental health conditions. This overlap complicates ADHD management and is linked to increased substance use risks. Key factors include impulsivity and sensation seeking, self-medication for symptom relief, neurobiological differences in brain function, and co-occurring disorders like conduct and mood disorders.

Studies have shown that people in the LGBTQ+ community are four times more likely to struggle with a substance use disorder. Although this population is at much higher risk, there has been a significant shortage of affirming services explicitly designed to meet their needs. This presentation will show how the new EABT substance use disorder curriculum designed specifically for the LGBTQ+ community is helping to fill that void.

This webinar examines how hope and resilience influence the complex grief experienced by family members impacted by their loved one’s substance use disorder and how demographic factors among family members may moderate these effects.

This webinar will offer addiction professionals an in-depth examination of recovery dynamics concerning gambling and substance use disorders. Through a blend of research findings and clinical perspectives, attendees will reevaluate conventional recovery frameworks to accommodate the relationship between gambling and substance use.

Time: 3PM - 4:30PM Eastern Time

This session will explore the impact of marijuana legalization on youth, focusing on the potential risks, benefits, and the role of prevention and education strategies. We will examine the latest research on how legalization influences youth behavior, mental health, and developmental outcomes.