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Membership Benefits Table of Contents - Application Period Open – Up to $15,000 Tuition Stipends Available for Master's Students - Free Ethics Webinar Today - Earn 1 CE! - Meet the New Drug Czar: Kemp Chester - 2017 William White Research Scholarship Topics Announced - 2017 NAADAC Awards Nominations Open! - Stay Informed with the Latest News, Events and Information: - Register for the 2017 Annual Nebraska Behavioral Health Conference - Up to 50 % Off NAADAC's Integrating Treatment for CODs - NAADAC Career Center Events NAADAC WEBINAR SERIES Upcoming Webinars On Demand Webinars FAQS - NAADAC Code of Ethics, Part 2  Wed, 02/22/2017 3-4:00pm ET (2 CT/1 MT/12 PT) Earn 1 CE More Information Register Now! - Improving Retention, Outcomes & Supervision with PCOMS  Wed, 03/08/2017 3-5:00pm ET (2 CT/1 MT/12 PT) Earn 2 CEs More Information Register Now! - Six Types of Sex Use Disorder Wed, 03/22/2017 3-4:30pm ET (2 CT/1 MT/12 PT) Earn 1.5 CEs More Information Register Now! - Motivating the Troops: Creating an Advocacy Mechanism Wed, 04/12/2017 3-4:00pm ET (2 CT/1 MT/12 PT) Earn 1 CE More Information Register Now! - Effective Screening for Gambling Disorder Wed, 04/26/2017 3-4:00pm ET (2 CT/1 MT/12 PT) Earn 1 CE More Information Register Now! NAADAC EVENTS - 2017 Annual Conference: Elevate Your Practice  Denver, CO  09/22/17-09/26/17 More Information Register Now! PARTNER EVENTS - ACA Conference    San Francisco, CA   03/16/17-03/19/17 More Information - National Council Conference    Seattle, WA   04/03/17-04/05/17 More Information - ASAM Conference    New Orleans, LA   04/06/17-04/09/17 More Information - NAATP Conference    Austin, TX   05/21/17-05/23/17 More Information - 2017 NASADAD Annual Meeting  Indianapolis, IN  05/24/17-05/26/17 More Information AFFILIATE EVENTS - 2017 MAADAC Spring Conference Great Falls, MT  05/04/17-05/05/17 More Information Promote Your Job Listing with NAADAC Need to fill a position in your agency or educational program? NAADAC's Career Center is the place to go. Your career ads will reach NAADAC members and a professional mailing list of 48,000+ professionals each week for three months. That is almost a third of the 95,000 addiction counselors, educators and other addiction-focused health care professionals that the Department of Labor estimates work in the United States. Each career ad runs until its closing date or for three months. More Information Update Your NAADAC Profile Log into NAADAC to verify your contact information and preferences. Make sure you are taking advantage of everything NAADAC has to offer its members! Update Profile Post Your Event on NAADAC's Calendar NAADAC’s Calendar of Events is a marketing tool for the promotion of NAADAC, affiliate, and partner events and webinars. Posting events on the calendar is free and easy to do – just click “submit an event” and fill out the event submission form. Adding your event to the NAADAC calendar has many benefits: - Listed on NAADAC's main calendar - Searchable by State, Webinars, or National events - Listed on State's Affiliate webpage - Upload event logos and links - Automatically listed on NAADAC.org's front page Post Your Event Today February 22, 2017 Application Period Open – Up to $15,000 Tuition Stipends Available for Master’s Degree Students Are you working toward a Master’s degree in Addiction Counseling and committed to working with minority populations, LGBT populations, and/or transition age youth (ages 16-24)? The NAADAC Minority Fellowship Program for Addiction Counselors (NMFP-AC) is now accepting applications for the 2017-2018 Academic year! Apply today and you could receive a tuition stipend of up to $15,000, as well as training, education, professional development, and mentorship from professionals in the field. To be eligible, you must be enrolled in an Addiction Counseling Master’s degree program or a Master’s degree program in Counseling with an addiction track consisting of 12+ addiction-specific academic credits and a supervised clinical internship and commit to providing at least six months post-fellowship addiction counseling to underserved populations (minority populations, LGBT populations, and/or transition aged youth). Learn more here. [ More Information ] and [ Apply Now ] Free Webinar Today: NAADAC Code of Ethics, Part 2 Weds, February 22, 2017 @ 3:00-4:00pm ET (2 CT/1 MT/12 PT) The NAADAC Code of Ethics is vital to the legal and ethical delivery of services to individuals struggling with substance use and addictive behavior disorders. The Revised Code of Ethics, effective October 9, 2016, is a reliable and credible reference tool that guides and informs services provided directly or indirectly, along the entire continuum of care. Earn 1 CE (free for NAADAC members - join now!). [ More Information ] and [ Register Now ] Meet the New Drug Czar: Kemp Chester On the 20th of January, Kemp Chester became the new Acting Director of the Office of the National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP) replacing Micheal Botticelli. Acting Director Chester has been the Associate Director for the National Heroin Coordination Group at ONDCP since October 2015.Before moving to the ONDCP, Acting Director Chester was the Senior Director for National Security and Intelligence at a private sector consulting firm in Washington, D.C. Acting Director Chester also served in the U.S. Army for 27 years, including service as the Deputy Director for Intelligence of the Americas Regional Center and Chief of the Office of Counternarcotics Worldwide at the Defense Intelligence Agency. [ Open Letter from Acting Director Chester ]  2017 William White Research Scholarship Topics Announced NAADAC's William White Student Scholarship Award was created to promote student addiction studies research and help develop the importance of student research projects. NAADAC will award $2000 to one graduate NAADAC student member and $1000 to one undergraduate NAADAC student member with the best research paper on the assigned topic. Recipients will be honored at the 2017 Awards Luncheon at the 2017 Annual Conference in Denver, CO. For 2017, research papers must be on one of the following four topics: Recruitment of Young Professionals in the Addiction Profession Community Mobilization/ Development for Substance Use Disorder Reducing Stigma and/ or Discrimination Social Justice and Substance Use Disorder Deadline: May 31, 2017 [ More Information ] and [ Download Application ] 2017 NAADAC Awards Nominations Open! NAADAC is proud to celebrate and honor the individuals and organizations that have achieved excellence in the substance use disorders field over the past year.  Awards are given in up to six categories and will be presented during the 2017 NAADAC Annual Conference in Denver, CO.  Please submit your nominations by May 31st!Addiction Educator of the Year: For an educator who has made an outstanding contribution to addiction education. Lifetime Honorary Membership Award: For an individual or entity who has established outstanding service through a lifetime of consistent contributions to the advancement of NAADAC, the addiction profession and its professionals. Lora Roe Memorial Addiction Counselor of the Year: For a counselor who has made an outstanding contribution to the profession of addiction counseling. Medical Professional of the Year: For a medical professional who has made an outstanding contribution to the addiction profession. Mel Schulstad Professional of the Year: For an individual who has made outstanding and sustained contributions to the advancement of the addiction counseling profession. Organizational Achievement Award: For organizations that have demonstrated a strong commitment to the addiction profession and particularly strong support for the individual addiction professional. William F. "Bill" Callahan Award: For sustained and meritorious service at the national level to the profession of addiction counseling. Deadline: May 31, 2017 [ More Information ] Stay Informed with the Latest News, Events and Information from NAADAC NAADAC produces daily content from the addiction field, seven days week, from the latest news and policy developments, current research, updates on events and learning opportunities, and much more. Make sure you don’t miss a beat and follow us today: [ TWITTER ] and [ FACEBOOK ] and [ LINKEDIN ] Register for the 2017 Annual Nebraska Behavioral Health Conference NAADAC and Orion Healthcare, in partnership with Nebraska Department of Health and Human Service (DHHS) Division of Behavioral Health (DBH), are proud to announce the 2017 Annual Nebraska Behavioral Health Conference: Success, Resiliency, and Recovery, to be held at the Lincoln Marriott Cornhusker Hotel in Lincoln, NE, April 11-13. Earn 16 CEs.  Registration is only $55! [ Register ] and [ More Information ] Up to 50 % Off NAADAC's Integrating Treatment for Co-Occurring Disorders in February - 18 CEs! NAADAC's Integrating Treatment for Co-Occurring Disorders: An Introduction to What Every Addiction Counselor Needs to Know is a 178-page skill-based independent study course that will help addiction counselors improve their ability to assist clients who have co-occurring disorders, within their scope of practice. This Independent Study Course package includes the Learner's Guide and online CE quiz for 18 nationally-approved continuing education credits. [ Sneak Peek ] and [ More Information ] NAADAC Career Center The NAADAC Career Center provides a variety of employment listings at no charge for addiction-focused professionals.  If you are looking to find a new career, the NAADAC Career Center can help! Check out our latest listings! Wilderness Program Addiction Counselor at Wilderness Treatment Center in Marion, MT Licensed or Certified Clinicians at Spectrum Health Systems, Inc., in Baxley, GA Clinical Director at Outcomes Detox Center, LLC, in Brownsville, TX Chemical Dependency Professional at Multicare Health System in Puyallup, WA Medical Director at Hope for Youth in Amityville, NY Substance Abuse Counselor at The GEO Group in Santa Ana, CA [ All Career Center Listings ]

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MARCH 28 NOM COMMUNITY MEETING SV Town Center Community Room @ 6:30pm Our Monthly Community Meeting is coming up on March 28, 6:30 pm, at The Simi Valley Town Center, upstairs in the Community Room. Our speakers this month include Dr Carlos Reyes, an MD and attorney, and Wendy Casson RN. Both will have important information to share! Just added, Patrick Kelly, EMT and First Responder will be joining us to share his experience. Please mark your calendar and join us! The Town Center has some great places to grab dinner before the meeting, so plan on visiting a restaurant there. The Town Center has been so very supportive of our mission, let's do the same in return.

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FOLLOW US:      There is no single reason why teenagers use drugs or alcohol. But here are some of the core issues and influences behind the behavior of teenage drug and alcohol use. It’s important that you, as a parent, understand these reasons and talk to your kids about the dangers of drinking and using drugs. Other People — Teenagers see lots of people consuming various substances. They see their parents and other adults drinking alcohol, smoking cigarettes and, sometimes, trying other substances. Also, a teenager’s social scene often revolves around drinking and smoking marijuana. Sometimes friends urge one another to have a drink or smoke pot, but it’s just as common for teens to start trying a substance because it’s readily available and they see all their friends enjoying it. In their minds, they see drug use as a part of the normal teenage experience. Popular Media — Forty-five percent of teens agree with the statement: “The music that teens listen to makes marijuana seem cool.” And 45 percent of teens agree with the statement “Movies and TV shows make drugs seem like an ok thing to do.” (PATS 2012) So be aware of the media that your son or daughter is consuming and talk to them about it. Escape and Self-Medication — When teens are unhappy and can’t find a healthy outlet for their frustration or a trusted confidant, they may turn to chemicals for solace. Depending on what substance they’re using, they may feel blissfully oblivious, wonderfully happy or energized and confident. The often-rough teenage years can take an emotional toll on children, sometimes even causing depression, so when teens are given a chance to take something to make them feel better, many can’t resist. For example, some teens abuse prescription medicine to manage stress or regulate their lives. Sometimes they abuse prescription stimulants (used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder) to provide additional energy and the ability to focus when they’re studying or taking tests. Others are abusing prescription pain relievers and tranquilizers to cope with academic, social or emotional stress. Boredom — Teens who can’t tolerate being alone, have trouble keeping themselves occupied or crave excitement are prime candidates for substance use. Not only do alcohol and marijuana give them something to do, but those substances help fill the internal void they feel. Further, they provide a common ground for interacting with like-minded teens, a way to instantly bond with a group of kids. Rebellion — Different rebellious teens choose different substances to use based on their personalities. Alcohol is the drug of choice for the angry teenager because it frees him to behave aggressively. Methamphetamine, or meth, also encourages aggressive, violent behavior, and can be far more dangerous and potent than alcohol. Marijuana, on the other hand, often seems to reduce aggression and is more of an avoidance drug. Some teens abuse prescription medicine to party and get high. LSD and hallucinogens are also escape drugs, often used by young people who feel misunderstood and may long to escape to a more idealistic, kind world. Smoking cigarettes can be a form of rebellion to flaunt their independence and make their parents angry. The reasons for teenage drug-use are as complex as teenagers themselves. Instant Gratification — Drugs and alcohol work quickly. The initial effects feel really good. Teenagers turn to drug use because they see it as a short-term shortcut to happiness. Lack of Confidence — Many shy teenagers who lack confidence report that they’ll do things under the influence of alcohol or drugs that they might not otherwise. This is part of the appeal of drugs and alcohol even for relatively self-confident teens; you have the courage to dance if you’re a bad dancer, or sing at the top of your lungs even if you have a terrible voice, or kiss the girl you’re attracted to. And alcohol and other drugs tend not only to loosen your inhibitions but to alleviate social anxiety. Not only do you have something in common with the other people around you, but there’s the mentality that if you do anything or say anything stupid, everyone will just think you had too many drinks or smoked too much weed. Misinformation — Perhaps the most avoidable cause of substance use is inaccurate information about drugs and alcohol. Nearly every teenager has friends who claim to be experts on various recreational substances, and they’re happy to assure her that the risks are minimal. Educate your teenagers about drug use, so they get the real facts about the dangers of drug use. Find out how to have meaningful, productive conversations with your teen.

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