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A Scoping Review of School-based Indigenous Substance Use Prevention in Preteens (7–13 Years)  New 1.5 credit

Early-onset substance use is a risk factor for poor long-term outcomes. Indigenous youth are more likely to engage in early-onset substance use than non-Indigenous peers. Therefore, culturally-appropriate prevention programs are...  Read More

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EHealth Familias Unidas-Pilot Study of an Internet Adaptation of an Evidence-Based Family Intervention to Reduce Drug Use and Sexual Risk Behaviors Among Hispanic Adolescents 1.25 credit

This course examine a feasibility pilot study of substance use prevention and sexual risk behavior in Hispanic adolescents, using an internet adaptation program. It includes: simulated parent group discussions, telenovela...  Read More

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The Qasgiq Model As an Indigenous Intervention: 1 credit

Using the Cultural Logic of Context to Build Protective Factors for Alaska Native Suicide and Alcohol Misuse Prevention

This Intervention model is based on the fundamental role that culture and Indigenous knowledge plays in community intervention in American Indian and Alaska Native (AIAN) communities. The intervention starts by...  Read More

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Substance Misuse Prevention for Young Adults 4 credits

This course examines prevention of substance abuse in young adults. It includes: preventing substance misuse among young adults, effectiveness of substance misuse prevention, evidence-based prevention, and guidance for selecting and...  Read More

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Universal School-Based Implementation of S-BIRT to Reduce and Prevent Drug Use - Process and Feasibility 1 credit

This course examines the universal implementation of SBIRT for adolescent alcohol and/or drug users in a school setting. It includes: community partners and school recruitment, screener selection, training and quality...  Read More

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Prevention With Purpose-A Strategic Planning Guide for Preventing Drug Misuse Among College Students 3.75 credits

This course discusses preventing drug misuse among college students. It includes: surveying the drug misuse prevention landscape, using the strategic prevention framework to prevent drug misuse among college students, how...  Read More

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Characterizing Implementation Strategies Using a Systems Engineering Survey and Interview Tool-a Comparison Across 10 Prevention Programs for Drug Abuse and HIV Sexual Risk Behavior 1.25 credit

This course examines a systems engineering survey and interview tool for use in prevention programs for drug abuse and HIV sexual risk behavior, using implementation science, systems engineering and behavioral...  Read More

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Web-Based Prescription Opioid Abuse Prevention for Adolescents Program Development and Formative Evaluation 1 credit

This course examines a well-researched and thoughtfully execute web-based prescription opioid prevention for adolescents. The randomized control trial focuses on prevention and control of the use of opioids. The participants...  Read More

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Perceived Importance of Substance Use Prevention in Juvenile Justice-a Multi-level Analysis 1 credit

The course examines the perceived importance of substance use prevention by staff in the juvenile justice staff who supervise juveniles under community supervision. The study analyzed data from 492 employees...  Read More

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Advances in Substance Abuse Prevention and Treatment Interventions Among Racial, Ethnic, and Sexual Minority Populations 1 credit

This course discusses substance abuse treatment and prevention in racial, ethnic minorities, and sexual minority populations, using cultural interventions, computer technology and culturally grounded intervention among those with alcohol use,...  Read More

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Preventing the Use of Marijuana: Focus on Women and Pregnancy 2.5 credits

This course examines prevention the use of marijuana in pregnant women using several approaches It includes education through contact with physicians, advertising campaigns legislative action delaying initiation, education programs, and...  Read More

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Demographic Trends Among Older Cannabis Users in the United States, 2006–13 1 credit

This course examines demographic trends in cannabis use in the older adult population through the use of geriatric epidemiology. Cannabis use in on the rise in a population with existing...  Read More

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Age Differences in Daily and Non-daily Cannabis Use in the United States, 2002–2014 1 credit

This course examines age difference in cannabis use in the US between 2002-2014. Previous research indicate a change in use in 2007, thus the data is separated before and after...  Read More

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Principles of Substance Abuse Prevention for Early Childhood 6 credits

This course deals with principles of substance abuse prevention in early childhood. This course includes: intervening in early childhood can alter the life course trajectory in a positive direction, increasing...  Read More

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A Critical Look At Intergenerational Trauma and Substance Misuse: Implications for Prevention 1 credit

This SAMHSA webinar offers an introduction to intergenerational trauma and its link to substance misuse. This course explores ways for prevention practitioners to support and implement trauma-informed prevention approaches. This...  Read More

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Culturally Competent Prevention and Treatment 1.5 credit

This research intensive course examines various aspects of treatment in racial and ethnic groups and sexual minorities. Evidence-based practices were used to study alcohol use, abuse, and dependence in ethnic...  Read More

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Ethnicity, Values, and Value Conflicts of African American and White Social Service Professionals 1 credit

The course examines value conflicts and ethical dilemmas in social work. This study explores topics that may affect the professional relationship between social work and client. It includes the exploration...  Read More

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Engaging People With Lived Experience of Substance Misuse to Strengthen Prevention Efforts 1 credit

This SAMHSA webinar explores the importance of and strategies for engaging people from the drug-using community with lived experience in opioid misuse prevention efforts. A panel discusses specific strategies for...  Read More

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Becoming Prevention Champions in Your Workplaces and Communities 1.5 credit

This SAMHSA webinar features a discussion by professional panelists from different disciplines, organizations, and backgrounds in prevention, sharing how they integrate substance misuse prevention into their work and how prevention...  Read More

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Prevention of Youth Marijuana Use 1 credit

The legalization of marijuana in some areas has led to a shift in the perception of its harmfulness. In this webinar, viewers will receive valuable information and resources to help...  Read More

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