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Stigma, Trauma, and Intersecting Issues in Substance Misuse
Course
Enroll to learn about show stigma, trauma and other issues affect adolescent substance misuse.
About the Training
This session examines how stigma, trauma, and co-occurring conditions impact youth substance use and access to care. Participants will explore how bias and stigma create barriers to services and influence engagement, as well as how trauma affects brain development, behavior, and health outcomes.
The training introduces core principles of trauma-informed care and highlights strategies for creating safe, supportive, and client-centered environments. Participants will also examine how substance use, mental health, and other conditions intersect, with a focus on improving equity and responsiveness for diverse youth populations.
Audience
People looking to support young people in substance use prevention, whether families and caregivers, or those working or volunteering in youth-serving organizations like schools, churches, health care, law enforcement, mental health, sports clubs, drug abatement programs, and more.
Format
This session will be conducted via Zoom. You will need a computer, microphone and speakers, or a headset to participate.
Cost
All sessions are free of charge.
To Enroll
- Select the Enroll button.
- You will be prompted to log in or create an account.
- If you have not enrolled in a course on this platform, create an account by filling out the form.
- Your username will be the email you use to sign up.
Funding
Texas Opioid Abatement Fund Council
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Completion
The following certificates are awarded when the course is completed:
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Certificate of Completion: Live Event |