This 7 hour course will provide an overview of marijuana and other substances used and abused by teens.  Additionally, it will include discussion of screening and treatment of teen substance use including evidence based treatment approaches (e.g., CBT, family therapy).

Objectives :

Participants will be able to describe the common substances teens use and abuse and understand the impact on bio-psycho-social functioning

Participants will be able to describe the basic principles of motivational interviewing and how to apply to adolescents.

Participants will be able to identify evidence based screening and intervention related to substance use and co-occurring disorders.

Participants will engage in practice activities that include role plays and discussions focused on learning skills related to screening and intervention.