In a new study published in the Journal of Psychopharmacology, researchers from UBC’s Okanagan campus have discovered that men who have used psychedelic drugs in the past have a lower likelihood of engaging in violence against their intimate partners. “Although use of certain drugs like alcohol, methamphetamine or cocaine is associated…
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Men and Suicide: A Neural Basis for the Acquired Capability The high rate of fatal suicidal behavior in men is an urgent issue as highlighted in the public eye via news sources and media outlets. This advanced CE course addresses this issue while attempting to understand the neural substrates underlying…
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Detained Youth – Psychiatric Disorders, Barriers to Mental Health Services, Violent Death Even though research indicates that the majority of youth in the juvenile justice system have been diagnosed with psychiatric disorders, they often do not receive the treatment and services they need. This CEU course examines changes in the…
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Substance Abuse Counselor Competencies (TAP 21 Updated) Addiction professionals work in a broad variety of disciplines but share an understanding of the addictive process that goes beyond the narrow confines of any one specialty. This CEU course addresses the professional standards that should guide substance abuse treatment counselors; the appropriate…
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Integrating Services for Survivors of Domestic Violence Experiencing Homelessness This CEU course lays the groundwork to understanding the intersection between domestic violence and homelessness, and offers practical strategies that providers can follow to improve service integration. Also addressed is the gap between the domestic violence and homeless service systems and…