Opiate Use Disorder (OUD) (Live)
Sunday, March 30, 2025 - 4-6pm (EDT)
Join us for an informative and impactful seminar on Understanding and Addressing Opiate Use Disorder (OUD), designed for healthcare professionals, clinicians, and anyone interested in learning more about opioid addiction and effective treatment strategies.
OUD continues to be one of the most pressing public health issues worldwide, and this seminar will provide the tools needed to support individuals struggling with opioid use.
Date: Sunday, March 30, 2025
Time: 4-6pm (EDT)
CEUs: 2
Online via Zoom
- The Biology of Addiction: Gain a deep understanding of how opioids affect the brain, leading to the development of dependence and addiction. Learn about the neuroplasticity of the brain and how it adapts to chronic opioid use.
- Recognizing Opiate Use Disorder: Discover the key diagnostic criteria for OUD, common signs and symptoms, and the risk factors that increase the likelihood of developing this disorder.
- Treatment Approaches for OUD: Explore the most effective treatment modalities, including Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT), behavioral therapy, and holistic approaches that enhance recovery outcomes. Learn about methadone, buprenorphine, and naltrexone as part of a comprehensive treatment plan.
- Challenges and Barriers in Treating OUD: Discuss the stigma associated with OUD, barriers to accessing care, and the importance of compassionate care to overcome these challenges.
- Prevention and Harm Reduction: Understand prevention strategies for opioid misuse and harm reduction techniques like naloxone distribution and needle exchange programs.
- Supporting Recovery and Long-Term Management: Learn about the role of family, community, and support systems in maintaining long-term recovery. Discover practical strategies for building resilience and preventing relapse.
Who Should Attend:
This seminar is ideal for healthcare professionals, addiction specialists, mental health clinicians, social workers, and anyone looking to deepen their understanding of Opiate Use Disorder and enhance their ability to support individuals on their recovery journey.
Take this opportunity to expand your knowledge, improve your practice, and contribute to the ongoing efforts to combat the opioid crisis. We look forward to your participation!
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Who is this for?
This course is for any clinician invested in learning new or honing existing skills to be able to use in dynamic ways to support their patients and clients and to end suffering.
KEY INFORMATION:
This course is eligible for 2 CEUs for social workers through the NASW National CE Approval Program in 48 states (EXCLUDING: New Jersey and West Virginia).
This course is eligible for 2 CEUs for Licensed Social Workers, Licensed Mental Health Counselors, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists and Psychologists in New York State
For more information about CEU approval, please click here.
Format: Live Online Seminar
Date and Time: Sunday, March 30, 2025 - 4-6pm (EDT)
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Your Facilitator and Co-Facilitator
Mardoche Sidor, MD, is a Harvard-trained Quadruple Board Certified Psychiatrist, Assistant Professor of Psychiatry at Columbia University, School of Physicians and Surgeons, trained in and taught all major psychotherapeutic modalities, including and not limited to CBT, DBT, Family Systems, and Psychodynamic Psychotherapy. He is also the author of 11 books including Journey to Empowerment, Discovering Your Worth, The Power of Faith. and, The Art of Living. Dr. Sidor has worked both as a primary care physician and Medical Director in three different settings, including a Chief Medical Officer of the Center for Alternative Sentencing and Employment Services (CASES). He is a main facilitator for the SWEET Institute. His 11th book, entitled, NLP for Clinicians is now available to the public.
Karen Dubin, PhD, LCSW, is a Columbia-trained Social Worker with wide clinical, teaching, and supervision experience. She also has a background in management, mentorship, and leadership that spans more than 20 years. Her added passion is in advocacy and coaching. She has previously held Executive level positions, and two other directorships in different organizations. She is currently Adjunct Faculty at Columbia University School of Social Work and Adelphi University School of Social Work. She also maintains a private practice, provides supervision, and clinical and management training. She is also a personal and executive-level coach. She is a main facilitator for the SWEET Institute.