Educational Forums

Coming soon! The Integration of Treatment for Neurodiverse Youth and Young Adults

Friday, December 8, 2023, 11:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. EST

This virtual professional forum explores the integration of treatment for neurodiverse youth and young adults. This presentation will examine neurodiversity, the diagnoses of intellectual disability and autism spectrum disorder, and eligibility criteria for services provided by the Connecticut Department of Developmental Services (DDS). It will also review inclusive and sensitive treatment approaches for this population and present a personal story touching on mental health,
autism, and a life of advocacy. 

The Integration of the Faith Community in Substance Use Recovery

Wednesday, November 1, 2023

This virtual professional forum explores the importance of faith communities in supporting individuals and their families in recovery. Given the recent meeting of the White House Office of National Drug Council Policy’s (ONDCP) Dr. Rahul Gupta and Office of Faith-Based and Neighborhood Partnerships’ Melissa Rogers with faith leaders from across the country, the role of faith leadership in addressing the nation’s overdose epidemic could not be more relevant.

Understanding and Addressing the Multiple Roots of Addiction and Recovery

Tuesday, September 26, 2023

This virtual professional forum explores the neurological, experiential, and social underpinnings of behavioral health and substance addictions. This presentation examines the connection between trauma, neglect, and addiction and how active addiction impacts the brain in adults, teens, and children.

 Substance Use in an Aging Population

Thursday, June 15, 2023

This virtual professional forum focuses on the prevention and treatment of substance use in an aging population.

Understanding and Promoting Health Equity in the Treatment of Substance Use

Friday, December 2, 2022

This virtual professional forum focuses on understanding and promoting health equity in the treatment of substance use. 

Medications for Opioid Use Disorder (MOUD) Initiation in the ED – 2022 ED Workgroup

Tuesday, October 4, 2022

This virtual session will address Substance Use Disorder (SUD) as a treatable medical condition, identifying patients who would benefit from initiating Medications for Opioid Use Disorder (MOUD). This discussion will explore how CT Emergency Departments (EDs) can become primary access points for the initiation of MOUD – a practice that aligns with the CT BHP/Beacon Changing Pathways initiative.

Prevention, Early Identification and Treatment: Substance Use Disorder Services for Youth and Young Adults

Wednesday, September 21, 2022

This virtual professional forum focusing on the prevention and treatment of substance
use disorder (SUD) for youth and young adults. 

Gender Affirming Care for Transgender & Nonbinary Youth and Young Adults Forum Recording

Tuesday, June 7, 2022

This virtual professional forum focusing on gender affirming care for transgender and nonbinary youth and young adults. 

Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD) Forum 

Wednesday, December 28, 2021

This virtual professional forum focusing on alcohol use disorder and current treatments.

Harm Reduction Forum 

Thursday, May 20, 2021

This virtual professional forum focusing on alcohol use disorder and current treatments.