Events
The Maine Center for Disease Control and Prevention, Tobacco and Substance Use Prevention and Control Program and its related public health and non-profit partners frequently offer training, events, and conferences focused on the many different areas of tobacco and substance use prevention and control.
If you have an conference in Maine that is relevant to the prevention and control of tobacco, substance use, suicide or injury; submit information to tsup.dhhs@maine.gov. We will review and post if appropriate.
Basics of Student Threat Assessment: Hit Lists and Bad Poetry
Student safety is always of the highest importance. The field of threat assessment is well researched, and relies on strong theoretical foundations to provide the safety your students need to reach their highest potentials. The practices you will learn in this training cut through fear and poor decisions to give you the tools you need to effectively develop and maintain a threat assessment protocol for your institution. By the end of the day, participants will be able to: 1) Identify risk and protective factors, 2) Detail the development and maintenance of a threat assessment team, and 3) Set a threat level regarding students of concern. (Regular fee $95.00 plus $7.35) (Early bird fee if paid by 4/15/2018, $85.00 plus $6.79)
Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training
ASIST is a two-day interactive workshop in suicide first-aid. ASIST teaches participants to recognize when someone may be at risk of suicide and work with them to create a plan that will support their immediate safety. Although ASIST is widely used by healthcare providers, participants don’t need any formal training to attend the workshop—ASIST can be learned and used by anyone. Scholarships are available for this training.
Parent Involvement in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Adolescent Substance Use
This three-hour workshop will introduce essential principles and skills associated with cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) for adolescent substance use. Participants will learn how to conceptualize cases within a CBT framework, plan treatment, and apply basic CBT strategies to intervene with adolescents who misuse substances. Case examples and role plays will be used to demonstrate use of the following core CBT skills: positive activity scheduling, problem solving, thought changing, and affect regulation. Registration fee $40.00, Early Bird fee $30.00 if paid by June 4th, 2018
Supporting Families, Supporting Youth: Working with LGBT People and Caregivers
Family connectedness and support is an important protective factor in the well-being of LGBT youth. However, many families and young people face challenges navigating their way to strong, affirming relationships. This training is geared towards a broad range of providers representing primary care, mental health, behavioral health, educators, community, clergy, etc. who work with LGBT youth and their families. Event is free, you must pre-register. Check in begins at 8:30 a.m. A light lunch will be provided.
Supporting Families, Supporting Youth: Working with LGBT Youth & Caregivers
Family connectedness and support is an important protective factor in the well-being of LGBT youth. However, many families and young people face challenges navigating their way to strong, affirming relationships. This training is geared towards a broad range of providers representing primary care, mental health, behavioral health, educators, community, clergy, etc. who work with LGBT youth and their families. Must pre-register. A light lunch will be provided.
Role of Life Experience in Raising Healthy, Thriving Children & Communities
The Role of Childhood Experience in Raising Healthy, Thriving Children and Communities
This three-hour, inter-active session will provide participants with an introduction to the Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACE) Study including what ACEs can look like, sound like, and feel like for those impacted, as well as the potential impact of toxic stress upon healthy brain development. We will explore the prevalence of ACEs in Maine as well as examine Adverse Community Environments and their impact on children, families and communities. Additionally, through large and small group activities, we will learn strategies that help to build or promote resilience for healthy and thriving children, families and communities. Registration is Free - Must pre-register - Lunch can be purchased during registration