Resources

Case Vignette Slides and Sample Cases

Through the use of case vignettes, students can engage in conversations and discussions of clinical and ethical considerations that come up in practice as well as discussions on various substance use treatment modalities and what treatment planning may look like.These slides and sample case vignettes provide discussion prompts for faculty…

Neurobiology and Substance Use

In this webinar, you will explore substance use as a biological, behavioral neurobiological chronic health condition; delve into the impact of antiquated understanding of addiction in terms of treatment approaches in healthcare and policy implications; connect evidenced based policy and treatment approaches to the science of addiction; and examine why…

Social Workers on the Frontline of the Opioid Epidemic Learning Collaborative Overview

The Social Workers on the Frontline of the Opioid Epidemic Overview document provides additional information, including background, goals, participants, and evaluation details of the Learning Collaborative.

Stigma, Discrimination and Addiction

In this webinar, we will explore the correlation between trauma and substance use; define social determinants of health; discuss different perspectives and the use of language as it relates to addiction; and address misguided attitudes and beliefs on SUD interventions and treatments.

Trauma-informed Care

Download Temporarily UnavailableIn this webinar, you will learn about evaluating lifetime risk and protective factors; how adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) can impact bio-psycho-social development; how mind-body-brain assessment can inform top-down or bottom-up interventions with complex cases; evaluate the role that science and cultural humility plays in guiding neurobiologically informed assessment…

Use and Power of Language

In this video, you will review how language is formed and who forms it; define stigma and how it impacts those struggling to access substance use treatment; and emphasize the power of tone when speaking (e.g., affirming, strengths-based, inclusive).Social Work Competencies: 1, 3, 6, 7, 8…

Use and Power of Language Faculty Guide

This ” Use and Power of Language Faculty and Field Placement Supervisor Guide’ was created as a companion resource to the Use and Power of Language session. The document provides guidance on how to frame the conversation with students/staff along with some discussion points such as the connection between language…