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November 19th - Nitazine and Xylazine: Navigating Trends in SUD

Presented by Fredrick Dombrowski

Session Description:

The opiate epidemic continues to unfold with additional substances exacerbating the problem. Among these substances are Nitazine (more powerful than Fentanyl) and Xylazine (rendering Narcan almost useless). This session will review the recent history of overdose deaths in the United States, leading to the development and use of these additional substances. The signs, symptoms, and effects of such an overdose will be explained. Attendees will identify how to use Motivational Interviewing tools to assist clients who are using these substances.


Learning Objectives:

Objective #1: Summarize the basics of Xylazine and Nitazine usage.

Objective #2: Explain the potential life changing physical impacts Xylazine and Nitazine.

Objective #3: Describe options to use Motivational Interviewing for those who are using these substances.

Presenter Bio

Fredrick Dombrowski is the AMHCA Past President and has extensive experience treating those living with co-occurring disorders since 1998. He has been a supervisor and director for multiple programs including inpatient, outpatient, and forensic treatment. Currently a Department Chair at the University of Bridgeport, he is focused on experiential learning through a perspective of cultural humility and an equitable clinical care. He has recently published the book Co-occurring Mental Illness and Substance Use Disorders and has appeared on television, radio, and internet advocating for the helping professions. He has won several awards for his work with marginalized populations.


 
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The ARC Webinars feature talks from experts on topics and issues that matter most in preventing substance abuse for today’s youth.

  • Everything You Want to Know About Delta 8

  • Xylazine and the Effects on Public Health

  • Harm Reduction 101

  • “You Think You Know.” An Awareness Campaign for Youth, Young Adults, and Parents on the Dangers of Counterfeit Prescription Pills

  • Substance Use in Native Communities: Adversity, Innovation, Survivance

  • The Vaping Epidemic in Adolescents

  • Methamphetamines: The Basics

  • Wisconsin's approach to underage drinking prevention; Small Talks

  • Lessons Learned from Marijuana Legalization

  • The Impact of Cannabis on Mental Health

  • Marijuana Impairment Training

  • The Rise of CBD

  • Anxiety & Depression in Teens

  • An Overview of Suicidality

  • Eating Disorders and Self-Injury: Understanding the Risks, Signs, and Interventions

  • ADHD Facts and Tips

  • The Other Side of the Epidemic

  • Addicted to the Screen

  • Protecting Your Teen Online

  • The Impact of Legal Marijuana to the Workplace: What Every Employer Must Know

  • Marijuana: Substance Use and Mental Health Fact vs. Fiction

  • Growing Up with Chris Farley

  • Stimulants (Methamphetamine and Cocaine) 2023: Impacts and Treatments

  • Understanding Eating Disorders and Dual Diagnosis

  • Gaming and Internet Addiction

  • Commercialization of Marijuana and Social Justice

  • Concerning Behaviors and School Violence

  • Recognizing and Addressing Signs of Substance Abuse in Your College Son or Daughter

  • Texts, Tweets, and Everything In BeTWEEN

  • Substance Use Disorder and Teens: What do we need to know?

  • The Vulnerability of Addiction in Human Trafficking Situations

  • How to not take a “blind eye” approach in connecting with youth and families regarding substance use disorder

  • Addictions at the Verge

  • Experiencing and Coping with Grief during Covid-19 and the Holidays

  • 911 for First Responder

  • Surviving the #$@* Storm: How to Learn From Adversity and Increase Resiliency Within Your Family System

  • Youth Substance Use Prevention During COVID 19

  • ABC’s of THC

  • Medical Marijuana: A Critical Look at Medicine, Politics, Public Health, and Profits

  • AND MUCH MORE!

All webinars are 60-90 minutes in length.

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