Scope of Practice

Scope of Practice

By Connecticut Certification BoardHealth & FitnessMental Health
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Scope of Practice episodes

  • Long Odds: The Impact of Online Gambling on the Community
    Kaitlin Brown of the Connecticut Council on Problem Gambling joins the podcast to talk about risk factors for Gambling Disorder and about the impact on online gambling sites and advertising on the community. Kaitlin was recently the subject of an ESPN.com article that outlined her work on the gambling hotline. The article is available at https://www.espn.com/chalk/story/_/id/33237601/inside-life-gambling-help-line-worker.
    50 min
  • Back to School: A Lesson on Collegiate Recovery
    We talk with Dr. Kimberly Boulden, Senior Director of SAFE Campuses at the SAFE Project, a national nonprofit whose vision is to support action that will prevent fatal drug overdoses, and to otherwise mitigate substance use disorder’s impact on our society.
    33 min
  • A Fundamental Discourse on Sexual Violence

    We talk with subject matter expert Brittany Hunt on the intersection of sexual violence and substance use disorders, including some guidance on approaches and language that will create a more receptive environment to survivors. Must-have information for all SUD professionals.

    42 min
  • Building the Workforce of the Future

    We talk with Aaron Williams, Senior Advisor at the National Council for Mental Wellbeing about developing and maintaining a workforce ready to meet the new challenges we face in the SUD industry. You'd be hard-pressed to find someone with a better grasp on the needs of our workforce than Aaron. Join us! Please visit our sponsor, Cafe Real, to purchase some of their one-of-a-kind coffee, htps://caferea.co. Use code JEFFQ10 to let them know you heard about it here.

    37 min
  • The News of Its Demise Is Greatly Exaggerated: Opioid Overprescribing
    Despite the American Medical Association's contention that opioid overprescribing is no longer a significant problem, America still uses more prescription opioids than any other country in the world. We talk about this ongoing issue with Kathleen Marriott, PhD, Executive Director of Health Professional for Responsible Opioid Prescribing (PROP), as well as her organization's efforts to stem the tide.
    58 min
  • Harm Reduction: Valuing the Lives of People Who Use Drugs
    An engaging and eye-opening discussion with Tanagra Melgarejo, MSW, of the Harm Reduction Coalition. She is based in Oakland, California, and serves as the organization's National Learning and Engagement Strategist. Her passion for the work she does is palpable and infectious. Join us!
    1 hr 2 min

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