Drug Trends in Military Adults: Essential Insights for Mental Health Professionals

October 17 @ 11:00 am - 12:30 pm EDT

Free

About This Webinar

This webinar provides a broad overview of the most recent data on emerging drug trends among adult populations in the United States. Topics covered include the status of the opioid/fentanyl epidemic, changes in cocaine and methamphetamine use and consequences, and alcohol and vaping product trends, specifically marijuana and synthetic cannabinoids. Over-the-counter drugs that are currently being sold for recreational use are discussed.

The webinar explores why the military community needs to be aware of the most recent data on drug trends. This session also examines the importance of naloxone and its timely administration in reversing overdose deaths.

Learning Objectives:

Identify drugs that are considered emerging health threats and the impact these drugs are having on military communities
Demonstrate knowledge regarding drug paraphernalia, methods of use, and new technology being used in the drug culture
Discover at least one Over the Counter (OTC) product that is commonly abused for recreational purposes

Presenter

John Haenes, LMSW, ICPS

John Haenes holds a master’s of science in social work and is an internationally certified prevention specialist with 32 years of experience in the field of substance use disorders, juvenile delinquency, trauma, and child welfare. Mr. Haenes is a recognized expert in addiction and adolescent brain development. He currently serves as the Chief Operations Officer of Challenge of Tarrant County, a non-profit agency whose mission is to confront substance abuse by identifying needs, educating the community, mobilizing resources, promoting collaborations, and advocating for sound public policy.

Continuing Education (CE) Credit

Certified in Family and Consumer Sciences (CFCS): This webinar is pending approval for 1.5 continuing education (CE) credits from the American Association for Family and Consumer Sciences (AAFCS).
Certified Personal and Family Finance Educator (CPFFE): This webinar is pending approval for 1.5 continuing education (CE) credits from the American Association for Family and Consumer Sciences (AAFCS).
Board Certified Patient Advocates (BCPA): This webinar is pending approval for 1.5 continuing education (CE) contact hours by The Patient Advocate Certification Board.
Board Certified Case Managers: This webinar is pending approval for 1.5 continuing education (CE) clock hours from the Commission for Case Manager Certification (CCMC).
Certified Family Life Educators (CFLE): This webinar is pending approval for 1.5 continuing education (CE) credits from the National Council on Family Relations (NCFR).
Social Workers, Licensed Professional Counselors, and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists: This webinar is pending approval for 1.5 continuing education (CE) credits from the University of Texas at Austin, Steve Hicks School of Social Work. Check with your state licensing agency for reciprocity and/or credit approval if licensed for other professions or in one of the following states: CO, FL, HI, IA, KS, KY, MI, NY, ND, OH, OK.
OneOp Certificates of Attendance are available for those interested in additional documentation of professional development activities.

Event Materials

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Details

Date:: October 17
Time:: 11:00 am - 12:30 pm EDT
Cost:: Free
Event Category:: Health and Well-Being
Event Tags:: webinar

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