Talking to Adolescents about Substance Use Disorder

Talking to Adolescents about Substance Use Disorder: Scripts, Tips, and Evidenced-Based Considerations to Addressing and Deterring Substance Use Disorder

Engaging adolescents in conversation at developmentally appropriate levels can be a challenge for adults. Speaking to adolescents about substance use disorder can be even more daunting. This event engages providers in recognizing the challenges that negate effective conversations with adolescents about their behavioral health and how to overcome them. Via a reflection on best practices, evidenced based techniques, and scripts and tips, providers will be empowered to reflect on and revamp their communication strategies with adolescents who are at risk for substance use disorder or are already affected.

At the end of this training participants will be able to:

• Describe the common challenges to effective communication strategies with adolescents about substance use disorder.
• Explain the communication and programmatic strategies available to those supporting adolescents who are either at risk for substance use disorder or directly affected and their caregivers.
• Recite their implementation options for integrating best practices, scripts, and tips into their work with adolescents.

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