Straight Talk about Substance Use: Needed Conversations with Young Adults

Wednesday, September 11, 2024
Time: 3:00PM - 4:15PM (ET), 12:00PM - 1:15PM (PT)

For the first time, the 2024 National Strategy for Suicide Prevention specifically references the intersection of suicide with substance use, misuse, and substance use disorder. This is significant as the country continues to grapple with the ongoing drug overdose crisis. By attending this webinar, during Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, you will gain practical skills and techniques for initiating ongoing conversations with children and young adults about the potentially deadly consequences of substance use and misuse.

Learning Objectives:

After this session, attendees will be able to:

• Understand the current data trends regarding pre-teen, teen, and young adult substance use.
• Identify the signs and symptoms of substance misuse.
• Learn practical tips for parents, guardians, and caretakers to be a source of protection for your children and young adults on substance use.
• Gain insights on age-appropriate language and techniques for speaking to youth and young adults about making SAFE Choices involving substance use.

Level & Prerequisites
This is a group-internet webinar at the Basic Level. No prerequisites or advanced preparation required.

CPE information
Earn 1.5 CPE credit in the field of Personal Development.
CPE can only be earned by attending the live session and is not available by watching the recording.

CCIFP Information
Earn 1.5 CCIFP Professional Development credits toward the General or Construction Knowledge requirement

Who Should Attend?

• Anyone interested in learning more about how to prevent substance use in young adults.

Speakers:

• Cal Beyer, CWP, Senior Director, SAFE Workplaces
• Leslie Plaia, M.Ed., Executive Director, SAFE Workplaces
• Ronna Yablonski, Senior Director, SAFE Choices

Price
Free for CFMA Members and Non-members