ADAI News

What Training do Addiction Treatment Providers Want?

Do you work in addiction and behavioral health services in Alaska, Idaho, Oregon, or Washington? The Northwest ATTC wants to know about your needs & preferences for professional training.  Please fill out a brief survey to let them know! https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/nwattcworkforce

Interviews & Webinars with ADAI Researchers

TOMORROW (Feb. 28, 12:00-1:00pm): The 2nd in a series of monthly webinars from ADAI's Northwest Addiction Technology Transfer Center (NWATTC) will feature psychologist Michelle Peavy, who will examine patient-centered care in an Opioid Treatment Program (OTP) setting.  Find out about future NWATTC webinars

ADAI Principal Research Scientist Caleb Banta-Green appeared on the KBTC TV program Northwest Now on Feb. 16, to talk about the epidemic of opioid use and overdose, and what can be done to stop the alarming addiction and death rate related to these drugs.  WATCH NOW
 

Dennis Donovan, ADAI Director, was interviewed by KING TV about the comparative risks of marijuana and heroin, and the fear that legalization will lead to increased use of marijuana. WATCH NOW

Beyond Brownies and Joints: Product Development and Advertising in the Legal Era was the topic of a webinar by ADAI Senior Research Scientist Bia Carlini, for the Washington Association of Prevention Coalitions and Prevention WINS.  VIEW on YouTube

Patient-Centered Care for Patients in OTPs: NWATTC Webinar, Feb. 28, 2018

This is the 2nd webinar in a new monthly series from the Northwest Addiction Technology Transfer Center. 

Presenter K. Michelle Peavy, PhD will examine the concept of patient-centered care in an Opioid Treatment Program (OTP) setting.  She will describe a treatment model that leverages patient-centered care components and enhances retention among individuals who struggle with ongoing drug use, and discuss clinical implications of that model.  Dr. Peavy is a licensed clinical psychologist in the role of Research and Training Manager at Evergreen Treatment Services (ETS), an OTP located in Seattle, WA.

When: February 28, 12:00 - 1:00 pm

Register (free, but required): https://uw-phi.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_JJcjl0qRTN-qqsLyumHLqw

This webinar will use the Zoom platform. Instructions on how to connect will be emailed when you register. Audio will be accessible via computer speakers/headset or telephone.

Find out more about this and future NWATTC webinars on the NWATTC Webinars page.

"The Anonymous People" Free Screening on Saturday, Dec. 9

Please join the King County Recovery Coalition and the Washington Recovery Alliance for a FREE screening of The Anonymous People, a documentary about the 23 million people in the U.S. in long-term recovery from substance use disorder.   You can view the trailer here.  

Saturday, December 9
4:00 - 7:00pm
UW Ethnic Cultural Theater 
3940 Brooklyn Ave NE
Seattle, WA 98105
Register for the Free Screening Here

Immediately after the film, there will be an interactive discussion and opportunities to get involved in the recovery movement locally, plus freshly popped popcorn, a candy buffet, soda, raffle prizes, and holiday treats!  

Recovery Advocacy Teach-In
Immediately prior to the film screening, our partner organization, United Peers of Washington, will host an Advocacy Teach-In at a classroom across the street from the film venue.  Polish your skills for effective advocacy: Be ready to advocate for mental health and addiction treatment and recovery services!  Master the art of telling your story and presenting your “ask” so your listener stays engaged. 

Saturday, December 9
1:00 - 3:30pm
Chicano Room, Room 206
Ethnic Cultural Center
3391 Brooklyn Ave NE
Seattle, WA 98105
Register for the Advocacy Teach-In Here

Cost: Free
Food: A complimentary lunch will be provided

Fundamentals of Addiction Medicine, March 1-2, 2018

Registration is open for the 20th Annual Fundamentals of Addiction Medicine conference, the largest of its kind in the Pacific Northwest, and considered the area’s premiere event for providing the latest innovations and scientific developments in Addiction Medicine.

Nationally and locally recognized experts will deliver the evidence- and case-based information that is necessary for providers to enhance their proficiency in diagnosis, treatment and management of patients with substance use disorders, even when complicated by overlapping or co-occurring disorder

March 1 - 2, 2018
Tulalip Resort and Conference Center

This conference is designed for physicians, advanced practice nurses, physician assistants, medical directors, nursing, nursing leadership and administrators, counselors, social workers and those engaged with patients that have substance abuse disorders. 

Sponsored by Providence Regional Medical Center, Everett and Swedish.
CE Credits available for numerous health care professions.
Registration click here 
Brochure Download PDF 

New! E-Learning Series about Marijuana

New on ADAI's Learn About Marijuana website is a set of 5 short modules created to answer frequently asked questions about marijuana.

The modules are interactive, with links to added resources of interest to helping professionals, teachers, parents, and anyone interested in learning about marijuana.  The 5 modules cover:

• Our Bodies & Marijuana: learn about the endocannabinoid system, the effects of THC and CBD on the human body, and the difference between plant-based and synthetic cannabinoids. (10 min.)
• Concentrates, Edibles, & Flowers: learn about the different products and methods of use, and how they differ in terms of potency and adverse effects. (15 min.)
• Marijuana Law in Washington State: what is the current law in our state, for both recreational and medical use of marijuana? (10 min.)
• Helping Someone Quit/Cut Back: especially for those in the helping professions (counselors, health care providers) and also for friends, parents, and family members. (25 min.)
• Other Questions: learn about workplace testing, cannabis hyperemesis syndrome, whether marijuana is a “gateway drug,” and more. (10 min.)

The educational series was developed by Beatriz Carlini, PhD, MPH; Sharon Garrett, MA, MPH; and Meg Brunner, MLIS, Alcohol & Drug Abuse Institute, University of Washington with support from the Washington State Marijuana Dedicated Fund.

View the series on the Learn About Marijuana web site!

UW Seattle Postdoctoral Fellowships in Addiction Research & Treatment

Psychology Training in Alcohol Research (PTAR) Fellowship

This is a two‐year appointment, commencing no earlier than July 1st and no later than December 31st of each year, within the Department of Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences and the Addictive Behaviors Research Center in the Department of Psychology, and is funded by the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (Principal Investigator, Dr. Mary Larimer).  This fellowship will provide training for individuals who wish to pursue a career in alcohol research, with an emphasis on the etiology and prevention of problem drinking and alcohol dependence.  As this topic will be approached from both psychosocial and bio‐behavioral perspectives, individuals with background training in relevant areas of psychology (clinical, health psychology, behavioral neuroscience, social, developmental, cognitive, behavioral pharmacology, etc.) are encouraged to apply.  Both human and animal research will be supported.
  
Applicants should submit a cover letter indicating areas of interest, CV, and three letters of recommendation by January 10th, 2018. Please email AND mail materials to:  Tanya Eng‐Aquino, Division Administrator, Postdoctoral Psychology Training in Alcohol Research Program, Department of Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences, University of Washington, 1100 NE 45th Street, Suite 300, Box 354944, Seattle, WA 98195‐4944, tanyaeng@uw.edu

Substance Use Disorders Postdoctoral Fellowships, VA Puget Sound

The VA Puget Sound Health Care System (Seattle and American Lake) announces the availability of 13 first-year positions in our Postdoctoral Fellowship program, beginning in August 2018. All fellows participate in advanced training in clinical psychology, with a focus in one of 10 areas: PTSD, Substance Use, Neuropsychology, Couple and Family Care, Primary Care, Rehabilitation, Telehealth, Specialty Medicine, Serious Mental Illness, and Mental Health (Anxiety and Mood Disorders). Our program is APA accredited in Clinical Psychology as a single, integrated program.

The Substance Use Disorders Fellowship, with two first-year positions available, emphasizes the inter-professional treatment of substance use disorders in conjunction with the Seattle VA's national Center of Excellence in Substance Addiction Treatment and Education (CESATE). The resident will spend approximately 70-80% time working within interprofessional teams providing evidence-based treatments and practices to Veterans with a variety of substance use disorders. Additional time is devoted to didactic seminars, program development and evaluation, and clinical research. The duration of the CESATE fellowship is one year. The possibility of renewal for a second year, following completion of the accredited fellowship, can be considered for fellows with further advanced goals in administration, education and/or clinical research.

A full description including detailed instructions for application, is available here: https://www.psychologytraining.va.gov/seattle/

Applications for all positions are due December 15, 2017.   Because applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis in order to determine interview status, we encourage timely submission of applications.  Please feel free to contact the Director of Training with any additional questions at Stephen.McCutcheon@va.gov, or by phone at 206-764-2895.

If You Missed It: WATCH 2017 King County Behavioral Health Legislative Forum

The 2017 King County Behavioral Health Legislative Forum on Nov. 8 brought together over 600 participants to hear from legislators & other policy makers, and individuals in recovery from substance use disorders.  This annual event is a "community conversation about mental health and substance abuse addressing key legislative priorities for the upcoming year, as well as current innovations and outcomes in behavioral healthcare in King County."

 

At the 2017 forum, speakers included King County Executive Dow Constantine, King County Behavioral Health and Recovery Division Director Jim Vollendroff, and Washington Recovery Alliance Executive Director Lauren Davis.

 

If you missed the Forum in person, watch a recording from The Seattle Channel at: http://www.seattlechannel.org/videos?videoid=x84897

International Community Corrections Association Meeting, Seattle, Oct 29 - Nov 1

The International Community Corrections Association will meet on Oct 29 - Nov 1 in Seattle. The conference theme is Integrating Public Health and Criminal Justice Reform to address issues related to: The Opiate epidemic; Employment; Homelessness; and Mental health.

Dr. Caleb Banta-Green from the Alcohol & Drug Abuse Institute will facilitate two panels:

• National physician experts on how and why to treat opioid use disorder while people are incarcerated and
• King County Opioid Task Force members discussing their perspectives on how to work together to improve public health and public safety and support recovery.

Please attend and invite your colleagues to attend. We are on the precipice of changing how we work to dramatically improve people’s lives, public health and public safety.

Download description of the conference plenaries.

For more information, or to register, go to: http://www.iccalive.org/icca/2017-annual-conference/

 

Registration is OPEN! King County Behavioral Health Legislative Forum, Nov. 8, 2017

 

Register Now!  2017 King County Behavioral Health Legislative Forum, featuring:

* Opportunity to connect with legislators & county councilmembers
* King County’s proposed behavioral health priorities for 2018
* Stories from individuals in behavioral health recovery
* Perspectives & priorities of legislators & county councilmembers

When: Wednesday, November 8, 6:00-8:30 p.m.
Where: Seattle Center Exhibition Hall – 301 Mercer St, Seattle

The Alcohol & Drug Abuse Institute is proud to be one of dozens of organizations helping to co-sponsor this interesting and important event! 

REGISTRATION IS OPEN NOW!  To add this free event to your calendar, click "Add to Calendar" on the forum’s Eventbrite page.