Join the nation’s largest gathering of mental health advocates as we share, learn and network around important mental health issues.

Launching at this year’s convention – NAMI’s new strategic plan! The convention’s theme, Our Movement, Our Moment captures the power and excitement of this moment as we mobilize the NAMI movement!”

During this webinar, you’ll hear an overview of the diagnostic criteria for substance use disorders and risky alcohol use. Substance use disorders (SUDs) are a prevalent problem among individuals in the U.S. Approximately 10 percent of the U.S. population is in recovery from a SUD, including those of both drugs and alcohol. Even among those receiving treatment for any SUD, quality of life scores are low and relapse rates are high. Over 25 percent of adults reported engaging in binge drinking in the past month. Those with a serious mental illness are at increased risk for a co-occurring substance use disorder and binge drinking as well as significant negative consequences of this dual-diagnosis. Treatment of these individuals can be challenging. The presentation will also address motivational interviewing techniques, which are particularly efficacious at improving change rate and sustaining change. And, medication management and other treatment strategies for providers from psychiatric specialties and primary care will also be discussed.

Presenters: 

• Donna Rolin, PhD, APRN, University of Texas at Austin
• Amanda Simonton, RN, PMHNP-BC, CARMAhealth

Register at SMIadviser.org/substance-use

This webinar introduces the concept of Psychiatric Advance Directives (PADS), which are legal documents that permit persons with mental illnesses to declare their preferences, instructions and consent for future mental health treatment, or appoint a surrogate decision maker in advance of an incapacitating psychiatric crisis. Twenty-seven states have enacted statutes supporting these directives since the 1990’s and implementation of these laws is a federal requirement for mental health facilities and clinics receiving federal funding. Despite this, education about PADs and resources to assist with implementation have been scarce. The presentation will also present information on their potential use and resources to aid in implementation.

Hosted in collaboration with the Mental Health Technology Transfer Center (MHTTC) Network

Presenters:

• Marvin Swartz, MD, Duke University
• Bebe Smith, MSW, LCSW, Southern Regional AHEC

Register at SMIadviser.org/pads

APA 2019 is where scientists, educators, practitioners, and applied psychologists from around the world come together to explore the most compelling issues in the discipline. Discover how psychology is making significant contributions to a broad range of societal challenges. With more than 1,000 sessions over four days, you can explore the most compelling psychology topics, scientific research, and thought leadership happening in the world. APA convention boasts more than 300 continuing education programs to choose from.

Every September, SAMHSA sponsors Recovery Month to increase awareness and understanding of mental and substance use disorders and celebrate the people who recover.

September is National Suicide Prevention Month. All month, mental health advocates, prevention organizations, survivors, allies, and community members unite to promote suicide prevention awareness.

A time to share resources and stories, as well as promote suicide prevention awareness.

A time to remember those affected by suicide, to raise awareness, and to focus efforts on directing treatment to those who need it most.

The National Association of State Mental Health Program Directors (NASMHPD) Annual Meeting will be held in conjunction with the 2019 International Initiative for Mental Health Leadership (IIMHL) and the International Initiative for Disability Leadership (IIDL) Leadership Exchange from September 11 – 14 in Washington D.C.

Visit https://www.nasmhpd.org/content/nasmhpd-annual-2019-meeting-iimhl-iidl-sponsorship for information on Sponsor or Exhibit Opportunities.

Get jazzed for #PMHNCon this October 2-5! Set in the heart of the Birthplace of Jazz, the conference will deliver dynamic presentations and fun connecting with fellow psychiatric-mental health nurses.

IPS highlights innovations in clinical services to better meet the needs of all populations–and vulnerable communities in particular–through an interactive program with engaging topics and session formats.

World Mental Health Day is observed on 10 October every year, with the overall objective of raising awareness of mental health issues around the world and mobilizing efforts in support of mental health. The Day provides an opportunity for all stakeholders working on mental health issues to talk about their work, and what more needs to be done to make mental health care a reality for people worldwide.

Online registration for the 66th Annual Meeting will open August 1, 2019 for AACAP members and August 8, 2019 for non-members. Be sure to register early to attend all your preferred events.

ACLP members and non-members have the opportunity every November to gather in a warm part of the U.S. for education, inspiration, and camaraderie and fun at the ACLP Annual Meeting. For 2019, ACLP President Rebecca Weintraub Brendel, JD, MD, FACLP, and Scientific Program Committee chair Madeleine Becker, MA, MD, FACLP, have chosen the theme The Future of the Subspecialty, a topic which will serve as a springboard for many exciting presentations and a great meeting.

The Annual Meeting and Scientific Symposium provides the latest scientific developments in Addiction Psychiatry for physicians and allied health professionals who treat patients with substance use disorders and mental disorders. The meeting is structured to encourage interaction among clinicians from various disciplines, approaches, and settings.