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This snapshot is intended to bring awareness to individuals, families, professionals, and providers about the serious substance use disorder problem among the Hispanic and Latino Veteran population. Español LOS VETERANOS Y LOS TRASTORNOS EN CONSUMO DE SUSTANCIAS Esta reseña infomativa tiene como objetivo proporcionar recursos a individuos, padres, profesionales y proveedores sobre el grave problema del trastorno por uso de sustancias en la población de Veteranos Hispanos y Latinos Português VETERANOS HISPÂNICOS E LATINOS E TRANSTORNOS POR USO DE SUBSTÂNCIAS (TUS) Esta síntese de informações destina-se a fornecer recursos para indivíduos, familiares, profissionais e provedores sobre o grave problema de transtorno por uso de substâncias entre a população hispânica e latina veterana.

The term “Gender Diverse” encompasses a broad universe of gender identities and expressions. “Transgender” is often used as an umbrella term for the community, though not all gender expansive individuals consider themselves to be Transgender. Other terms in common use include Nonbinary, 2Spirit (used by Indigenous people only) Enby, Genderqueer, Gender Fluid, Agender, and Pangender, among many others. This infographic factsheet provides statistics and prevalence of SUD diagnoses among U.S. Transgender and Cisgender adults, risk factors, steps organizations can take to be welcoming to gender diverse individuals, and recommendations for treatment programs.

El uso de cigarrillos electrónicos ha ido en aumento durante los últimos años entre los adolescentes escolares en Puerto Rico; situación que ha despertado preocupación entre los proveedores de salud. Por ello hemos creado esta hoja informativa en la que podrá encontrar información sobre: conceptos medulares relacionados al uso de cigarrillos electrónicos uso de cigarrillos electrónicos en adolescentes y jóvenes adultos repercusiones a la salud relacionadas a compuestos químicos presentes en los cigarrillos electrónicos

  The National Hispanic and Latino ATTC and PTTC are proud to share this infographic, bringing awareness to Men's Health Month. Please take a look on this information that was carefully prepared by our centers and learn more about Hispanic Men's Health And Hispanic Men's Mental Health, the challenges, the strengths, risk and protective factors, cultural considerations, tips to live healthier and longer lives and several resources. We encourage you to share with your family, friends and colleagues. Thank you! Español Los Centros Nacionales Hispanos y Latinos ATTC y PTTC se enorgullecen de compartir esta infografía, creando conciencia sobre el Mes de la Salud del Hombre. Por favor lea esta información que fue preparada cuidadosamente por nuestros centros y aprenda más sobre la Salud de los Hombres Hispanos y la Salud Mental de los Hombres Hispanos, los desafíos, las fortalezas, los factores de riesgo y de protección, las consideraciones culturales, los consejos para vivir una vida más larga y saludable y varios recursos. Te animamos a compartir con tu familia, amigos y compañeros. ¡Gracias! Português Os Centros Nacionais Hispânico-Latino ATTC e PTTC têm o orgulho de compartilhar este infográfico, trazendo conscientização sobre o Mês da Saúde do Homem. Por favor, dê uma olhada nestas informações que foram cuidadosamente preparadas pelos nossos centros e saiba mais sobre Saúde do Homem Hispânico e Saúde Mental do Homem Hispânico, os desafios, pontos fortes, fatores de risco e proteção, considerações culturais, dicas para viver uma vida mais saudável mais longa e vários recursos. Nós encorajamos você a compartilhar com sua família, amigos e colegas.

The National American Indian and Alaska Native TTC developed four flyers for Pride Month. Four flyers: Ilona Verley, Susan Allen, Two Spirit, We'wha

Harm reduction is any action that reduces risk and increases personal and public safety. Harm reduction approaches have proven to prevent death, injury, disease, overdose, prevent substance misuse or disorder and most of us practice harm reduction techniques daily. For example, when we wear a seatbelt or apply sunscreen we are using harm reduction strategies.  Fentanyl strips, naloxone, and needle exchange programs are also examples of harm reduction.  This poster identifies some of the most common harm reduction methods in an attempt to normalize the term "harm reduction" and broaden the definition.   The Spanish translations were prepared by consultants for the Mountain Plains ATTC. While reasonable efforts are made to provide accurate translations, acknowledging the diversity of Spanish and English Language, some words/phrases may differ.   The poster can be downloaded in multiple formats directly from the MPATTC website. This product was designed for display as an 11x17 sized poster in a location most visible and accessible to behavioral health providers, educators, and/or peer recovery specialists but is also available in an 8.5x11 format for in-house printing. In addition, hard copies may be requested from the MPATTC by emailing us at [email protected] (posters can be mailed within the continental United States). Please click on the link below for more information.   To request an 11x17 "What is Harm Reduction?" poster to be mailed directly to you, please click "REQUEST A HARD COPY".  

This Issue: Planting Seeds of Love, Light and Respect to Harvest Equity This issue celebrates Pride month and we are celebrating the diversity, beauty, resilience of and contributions by our LGBTQAI2S+ community members. Please read to learn more about the resources we are highlighting this quarter, NLBHA’s upcoming events and projects, and more.   In This Issue Our Mission Dicho of the Quarter Page 1 A reflection by our Program Director Page 2 Story time: meet our team member, Christina Page 3 Highlighting the experts Quarterly Highlights Celebrations Page 4 NLBHA Highlights Page 5 Article by Luis Cornejo MS, LMFT Page 6 Media Corner Page 8 Staff Contact information Page 9   Español: Esta Publicación: Plantando Semillas de Amor, Luz y Respeto Para Cosechar Equidad   Português: Esta Edição: Plantando Sementes de Amor, Luz e Respeito Para Colher Equidade

Fatal overdoses are skyrocketing, and rates of substance use remain high, demonstrating the need to expand substance use disorder (SUD) treatment. In 2020, fatal overdoses in the Central East increased 25% (from 9,909 to 12,377), with overdose rates above the national average in every state except Virginia. Rates of substance use and SUD are persistently elevated. Funding additional treatment services and expanding access to existing treatment can help address the problem. This factsheet provides statistics and justifications for increasing SUD treatment.

Fatal substance-involved overdoses have significantly worsened over the COVID-19 pandemic. Long a major public health concern in the Central East region and nationwide, fatal overdoses are growing faster than rates of substance use. Overdoses are occurring across all ages, races, ethnicities, genders, and geographic areas [CDC]. Fentanyl is the largest driver of the explosion in overdoses. But overdoses of other substances—particularly methamphetamine—have also increased dramatically. In 2020, the Central East contained 9 of the 10 counties and independent cities with the highest fatal overdose rates in the United States. Over 80% (87) of the counties and cities in the region with reliable data had an overdose rate above the national average. The overdose rate in 31 jurisdictions was at least double the national average. And the fatal overdose rate was three to six times the national average in 11 counties in West Virginia; in Baltimore City and Cecil County, Maryland; and in Petersburg City, Virginia.

The New England ATTC co-hosted the Recovery Science and Harm Reduction (RSHR) Reading Group meeting on April 28, 2022 from 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM. This discussion reviewed the article, “Diagnostic remission of substance use disorders: Racial differences and correlates of remission in a nationally representative sample.”  View the April 2022 RSHR Reading group meeting summary that includes a brief article summary and key themes that arose in discussion with the participants.

This Issue: Growing Our Own: Planting Seeds for the Future of Latino Behavioral Health This issue highlights the work of the National Hispanic and Latino ATTC & PTTC and NLBHA to move the behavioral health needle towards impactful change. This issue focuses on "Planting Seeds for the Future of Latino Behavioral Health". Read and learn about the E-compendium guide, meet our Executive Director, Fredrick Sandoval, MPA and see who and what we are highlighting this quarter!   In This Issue Our Mission Dicho of the Quarter Page 01 NLBHA Highlights Page 02 Story time: meet our team member, Dr. Susie Villalobos Page 04 Highlighting the experts Quarterly Highlights Celebrations Page 05 NLBHA’s e-compendium and Guide Article Page 06 Media Corner Page 9 Staff Contact information Page 10   Español: Esta Publicación: Creciendo a los Nuestros: Plantando Semillas para el Futuro de la Salud Mental Latina Este número destaca el trabajo de los Centros Nacionales Hisapano y Latino ATTC y PTTC y NLBHA para mover la aguja de la salud mental hacia un cambio impactante. Este número se centra en "Plantando Semillas para el Futuro de la Salud Mental Latina". ¡Lea y aprenda sobre la guía de E-compendium, conozca a nuestro Director Ejecutivo, Fredrick Sandoval, MPA y vea a quién y qué estamos destacando este trimestre!   Português: Esta Edição: Crescendo Nossos Próprios: Plantando Sementes Para O Futuro Da Saúde Mental Latina Esta edição destaca o trabalho dos Centros Nacionais Hispânico-Latino de Treinamento e Assistência Técnica em Abuso de Substâncias e de Prevenção e NLBHA para fazer a diferenca na saúde mental, com o objetivo de gerar uma mudança impactante. Esta edição se concentra em "Plantando Sementes para o Futuro da Saúde Mental Latina". Saiba mais sobre o eCompêndio e Guia da NLBHA, conheça nosso Diretor Executivo, Fredrick Sandoval, MPA e veja quem e o que estamos destacando neste trimestre!

The National American Indian and Alaska Native Addiction Technology Transfer Center's latest newsletter explores benefits and challenges of implementing harm reduction techniques in Native communities. To view the newsletter, please click here:  Addressing Addiction in our Native American Communities, Vol 8 Issue 1 Winter 2022: Harm Reduction in Native Communities

The New England ATTC co-hosted the Recovery Science and Harm Reduction (RSHR) Reading Group meeting on March 09, 2022 from 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM. This discussion reviewed the article, “Hoots and harm reduction: a qualitative study identifying gaps in overdose prevention among women who smoke drugs.”  View the March 2022 RSHR Reading group meeting summary that includes a brief article summary and key themes that arose in discussion with the participants.

The Tip card provides a brief review of information that providers need to know about traumatic brain injury and behavioral health/substance use disorders. It summarizes the key points from the TBI toolkit that is also available on the website.

The National Hispanic and Latino ATTC and PTTC are proud to announce the publication of our first newsletter! This product has been a labor of love. An idea that sprouted out of a commitment to find additional ways to honor our culture, call out disparities that persist, celebrate successes in our communities and amplify the contributions being made by Latinos in behavioral health. Each issue will focus on topics which span the behavioral health spectrum, from prevention to treatment and recovery. Our goal is to offer a diversified suite of products meant to meet the unique preferences of community members. We hope that providers, researchers, peers, promotores, administrators, family members, teachers and other community members will be able to learn and gain from the contents of our newsletter. We hope you enjoy it!   In This Issue Our Mission, and Dicho of the Quarter -Page 01 A reflection by our Program Director -Page 02 Story time: Meet our team member, Priscila Giamassi - Page 03 Highlighting the Experts, Quarterly Highlights, and Celebrations - Page 04 Article by Anna Nelson, LCSW, PhD Candidate - Page 05 Media Corner -Page 07 NLBHA Highlights - Page 08 Staff Contact information - Page 09 Español ¡Los Centros Nacionales Hispano y Latino ATTC y PTTC están orgullosos de anunciar la publicación de nuestro primer boletín! Esta publicación ha sido un producto del amor. Es una idea que surgió como un compromiso por encontrar formas adicionales para honrar nuestra cultura, informar sobre las disparidades que persisten, celebrar los éxitos en nuestras comunidades y resaltar las contribuciones de los latinos en el campo de la salud mental y adicciones.  En cada edición se tratarán temas que abarcan todo el espectro de la salud mental y adicciones, desde la prevención hasta el tratamiento y la recuperación. Nuestro objetivo es ofrecer un conjunto diversificado de productos destinados a satisfacer las preferencias únicas de los miembros de la comunidad. Esperamos que los proveedores, los investigadores, los compañeros, los promotores, los administradores, los familiares, los profesores y otros miembros de la comunidad puedan aprender y beneficiarse del contenido de nuestro boletín. Todo ello con el fin de que cada uno encuentre lo que necesita. ¡Esperamos que lo disfruten! Português Os Centros Nacionais Hispânico-Latino de Treinamento e Assistência Técnica em Abuso de Substâncias e de Prevenção têm o orgulho de anunciar a publicação de nosso primeiro boletim informativo! Este produto tem sido um trabalho de amor. Uma idéia que surgiu do compromisso de encontrar formas adicionais de honrar nossa cultura, chamar a atenção para as disparidades que persistem, celebrar os sucessos em nossas comunidades e ampliar as contribuições feitas pelos latinos na saúde comportamental. Cada edição se concentrará em tópicos que abrangem o espectro de saúde mental, da prevenção ao tratamento e recuperação. Nosso objetivo é oferecer um conjunto diversificado de produtos destinados a atender às preferências únicas dos membros da comunidade. Esperamos que provedores, pesquisadores, pares, promotores, administradores, familiares, professores e outros membros da comunidade possam aprender e se beneficiar do conteúdo de nosso boletim informativo. Esperamos que você goste!

The Central East Addiction Technology Transfer Center (CE-ATTC), funded by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) and operated by The Danya Institute, contracted with The College for Behavioral Health Leadership (CBHL) to develop a report describing and defining EquityGrounded Leadership for use by behavioral health leaders in Health and Human Services Region 3 states. This report builds on the Institute’s ongoing efforts to improve diversity, increase cultural competency, and address population-specific needs of people receiving and delivering behavioral health services in Region 3. CBHL partnered with Just Health Collective and the Prevention Institute to develop this report. The purpose is to define and describe equity-grounded leadership, incorporating the experiences and perspectives of Region 3 behavioral health leaders via a survey, key informant interviews, and focus groups; make the case for the importance of focusing on equity as an foundational element of leadership; and offer recommendations for local, state, and national leaders and policy makers. Region 3 is a diverse region including Delaware, the District of Columbia, Maryland, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and West Virginia. With a population of nearly 31,000,000 people, the region consists of a mix of dense, urban metropolitan areas and rural communities. Two-thirds of the population overall is White, and one-third are residents of color, but significant diversity is seen by state and community. Clear racial disparities exist in three indicators of health equity—poverty, education, and home ownership—across the region. Data on regional diversity of the behavioral health workforce and leadership are unavailable, but anecdotally are widely believed to comprise White females. WEBINAR Thursday, March 24, 1:00 PM, will provide an overview of the report development and outcomes, key takeaways for organizations and communities, and a description of and discussion about the importance of equity-grounded leadership. We will also seek your feedback on what is needed next to support equity-grounded leadership in Region 3. PRESENTERS: Oscar Morgan, Interim Executive Director, The Danya Institute, Project Director, Mental Health Technology Transfer Center Dr. Jei Africa, Director, Marin County Behavioral Health and Recovery Services Kathy Poston, Chief Engagement Officer, Just Health Collective, LLC Ruben Cantu, Associate Program Director, Prevention Institute This publication was prepared for the Central East Addiction Technology Transfer Center (CE-ATTC) under a cooperative agreement from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). All material appearing in this publication, except that taken directly from copyrighted sources, is in the public domain and may be reproduced or copied without permission from SAMHSA or the authors. Citation of the source is appreciated. Do not reproduce or distribute this publication for a fee without specific, written authorization from the CE-ATTC. At the time of this publication, Miriam E. Delphin-Rittmon, PhD, served as Assistant Secretary of Mental Health Services and Substance Use and the Administrator of SAMHSA. The opinions expressed herein are the view of CE-ATTC and the authors and do not reflect the official position of the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), SAMHSA. No official support or endorsement of HHS, SAMHSA for the opinions described in this document is intended or should be inferred.

The Client Workbook for Substance Use and Brain Injury was developed by the SUBI Project Team Second Edition (2021) Carolyn Lemsky, PhD, CPsych, ABPP/ABCN, Tim Godden, MSW, RSW, Advanced Practice Clinician and Maria Crowley, MA, CRC-Consultation, Editing, and Design, the National Association of State Head Injury Administrators (NASHIA). It is available online for free and it can be used in conjunction with the TBI Toolkit developed in collaboration with Region 7 Mid-America ATTC.

The New England ATTC co-hosted the Recovery Science and Harm Reduction (RSHR) Reading Group meeting on February 24, 2022 from 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM. This discussion reviewed the article, “Patient Perspectives on Choosing Buprenorphine Over Methadone in an Urban, Equal-Access System.”  View the February 2022 RSHR Reading group meeting summary that includes a brief article summary and key themes that arose in discussion with the participants.

Flyer for the session A Native Youth Round Table – Adverse Childhood Experiences and Paths to Resiliency. The Leadership Academy, the Trauma Grant, and the Tribal College and University Initiative hosted a Native Youth Round Table to kick off the SAMHSA National Child Traumatic Stress Initiative Category II TSA Center. Our panelists explored a youth perspective on historical trauma, the adverse childhood experiences it has caused, and the resiliency it has inspired. Our panelists are: Shoshanna Johnson (Absentee Shawnee, Sac and Fox), Hozshona Morningstar Post (Kiowa), Keely Driscoll (Meskwaki), Grace Waseskuk (Meskwaki), and Stevi Johnson (Absentee Shawnee, Sac and Fox). For more information, please contact: [email protected] or [email protected] 

The American Medical Association (AMA) and Manatt Health recently released a toolkit to guide states on removing barriers to evidence-based patient care. We post this toolkit as a resource for TOR grantees and others.

The New England ATTC co-hosted the Recovery Science and Harm Reduction (RSHR) Reading Group meeting on January 20, 2022 from 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM. This discussion reviewed the article, “Interaction and conflict between outreach workers and research officers in implementing collaborative action research in the field of harm reduction: a qualitative study.”  View the January 2022 RSHR Reading group meeting summary that includes a brief article summary and key themes that arose in discussion with the participants.

In collaboration with the National Hispanic and Latino ATTC, the Mountain Plains ATTC is now offering Spanish versions of the Prompt & Reminder Posters on the topics of Motivational Interviewing, The Language of Texting, and Perinatal Stigma. The Spanish translations were prepared by Mountain Plains ATTC internal staff and reviewed/edited by collaborating partners. While reasonable efforts are made to provide accurate translations, acknowledging the diversity of Spanish and English Language, some words/phrases may differ. Research on implementation science highlights the importance of understanding the practical strategies that support uptake of new practices and adoption of evidence-based practices (EBP) by clinicians. For example, placing reminders or prompts in the practice setting where the clinician can easily see them provides timely cues that reinforce use of the EBPs. [see Cullen & Adams, 2012; Leathers, 2016; Sholomskas et al., 2005]. With this in mind, the Mountain Plains ATTC worked with subject matter experts and researchers to create posters for behavioral health providers, educators, and/or peer recovery specialists.    GET YOUR COPY TODAY! Print In-house The Prompt & Reminder Posters were designed for display as 11x17 sized posters. However, we have created 8.5x11 desk copies for in-house printing. These packages can be downloaded and printed by clicking the green "Download" button above. Request Mailed Copies To request 11x17 Prompt & Reminder Posters to be mailed directly to you, please click below. Request a Hard Copy Now

  Download the attached flyer or read below to see what the Mountain Plains ATTC has planned for grant year number 5!   The Landscape is Getting Greener: A Series on the Current Science of Cannabis BEGINNING IN DECEMBER Webinar trainings covering multiple aspects related to medical and recreational marijuana use DEC 1, 2021 Cannabis 101: Beau Kilmer DEC 15, 2021 Prevention: Ruben Baler JAN 12, 2022 Cannabis Use and Addiction in Rural Populations: Alan Budney JAN 26, 2022 Cannabis and Medical Marijuana Issues Panel: Charlie Smith, Moderator; Alan Budney; Aaron Norton; and Roneet Lev FEB 9, 2022 Serious Mental Illness & Marijuana: Andy McLean FEB 23, 2022 Adolescents: Christian Thurstone MAR 9, 2022 Older Adults: Namkee Choi MAR 23, 2022 Cannabis & Maternal Health: Maridee Shogren MAR 30, 2022 Wrap-Up with Live Q&A session: Roneet Lev APR 8, 2022 The Clinician’s Guide to Addressing Medical Cannabis in Substance Use Treatment Settings: Aaron Norton   Learn More about the 2021-2022 Cannabis Series   Policy Briefs COMING IN DECEMBER State-specific statistics and priorities to provide information and education to your state policy-makers and legislators   Enhanced Professional Learning (EPL) Series for your intensive training needs NEW SERIES TO BE ANNOUNCED Topics coming in 2022: Motivational Interviewing-Into Practice: Jan 11 - Mar 8, 2022 (Register Here) ASAM: March 30 - May 11, 2022 Trauma-Informed Approach: April - May 2022 Technology-Based Clinical Supervision SBIRT New Ethical Dilemmas Co-Occurring Disorders   Alcohol Misuse COMING IN 2022 A series of podcasts addressing emerging issues related to alcohol misuse in our Region, women and alcohol, the impact of COVID-19 on alcohol consumption, and more.   Educators’ Toolkit SPRING 2022 Resources and modules that can be used by faculty in social work, counseling, nursing, medicine and behavioral and allied health professions to infuse substance use disorder content into existing courses   Workforce Development SPRING 2022 We’ve heard your concerns and workforce needs. MPATTC staff are working on resources for effective workforce recruitment and retention strategies in behavioral health field.  

The New England ATTC co-hosted the Recovery Science and Harm Reduction (RSHR) Reading Group meeting on November 18, 2021 from 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM. This discussion reviewed the article, “The science of recovery capital: Where do we go from here?”  View the November 2021 RSHR Reading group meeting summary that includes a brief article summary and key themes that arose in discussion with the participants.