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"Substance use across the Lifespan" Evidence and Interventions
| What | Conference |
|---|---|
| When |
24/07/2008 09:00
to 25/07/2008 17:00 |
| Where | La Trobe at Beechworth, VIC |
| Contact Name | Sara Benci |
| Contact Email | sara.benci@nhw.hume.org.au |
| Contact Phone | 03 57 220 074 |
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This two day conference will address current issues around substance use across the lifespan and examine the implications for a range of professionals. This conference has a major foucs on evidence and interventions and will provide a diverse range of approaches for clinicians and other human service providers.
The collective profile of the keynote speakers is a "who's who" of alcohol and other drugs expertise and promises to deliver lively discussion and debate around the notion of substance abuse.
A pre - conference workshop on Motivational Interviewing with Helen Mentha will be conducted on 23rd July.
Brief Overview: Motivational Interviewing is a dynamic, constantly evolving approach to working effectively with ambivalence to increase the likelihood of clients engaging in positive behaviour change. The approach is relevant for a wide range of presenting issues and settings, including addictions, sexual health, treatment adherence, and healthy behaviour change. The training is highly interactive, with a focus on practical skill development. The workshop will provide a framework for what motivational interviewing is and how it works, including the spirit, principles and core skills.
