Reading the news can be stress-inducing at the best of times. When the news is particularly worrying, many of us experience levels of anxiety so high that we can have difficulty coping. So how can we stay (reasonably) anxiety-free when the media bombards us with headlines that spook us? It…
U.S. saw big rise in meth, fentanyl use in 2019
A study of over 1 million urine drug tests from across the United States shows soaring rates of use of methamphetamines and fentanyl, often used together in potentially lethal ways. The drug test results came primarily from clinics dealing with primary care, pain management or substance abuse disorders. The results showed that between 2013…
Quantum Units Education: New CEU Courses
Suicide Prevention Supporting Life Before, During, and After A Suicidal Crisis Suicidal thoughts and behaviors affect people of every race, ethnicity, age, culture, and faith. This CE course identifies a set of suicide prevention competencies – the recommended attitudes, approaches, and skills for supporting life before, during, and after a…
Quantum Units Education: New CEU Courses
SUD Treatment Care Continuum and Program Standards (ASAM Criteria) Needs assessments and other research have shown that not all state Medicaid programs offer the full continuum of services needed by individuals with a SUD. This CE course provides information about the preventive, treatment, and recovery services and the levels of…