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SUMMARY:Gambling Addiction: Trends in Treatment\, Public Health\, and Gambling Conference
DESCRIPTION:The International Center for Responsible Gaming (ICRG) and Sandia Resort & Casino will host a one-day conference\, Gambling Addiction: Trends in Treatment\, Public Health\, and Gambling. This event offers 6 Continuing Education Units (CEUs) and provides practical tools and research insights for addressing gambling addiction. \nA Dynamic Lineup of Speakers\nThe conference will feature renowned experts in addiction research and treatment: \nDr. Bruce Liese (University of Kansas Medical Center): Dr. Liese will present on cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT)\, focusing on strategies for diverse addictions and recovery approaches. \nLiese – Conference handout \nDr. Sarah Nelson (Cambridge Health Alliance & Harvard Medical School): Dr. Nelson will explore the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in gambling\, addressing its opportunities\, risks\, and limitations. \nSandia – Nelson AI Slides \nDr. Tonya Elliott (University of Louisiana Monroe): Dr. Elliott will explore culturally sensitive approaches to addiction treatment\, emphasizing Native American perspectives and traditional healing practices. \nHealing the Spirit \nDr. Joshua Grubbs (University of New Mexico): Dr. Grubbs will share findings from his longitudinal study on sports gambling\, focusing on its relationship with problem gambling behaviors and addiction over time. \nGrubbs Sports Gambling Over Time \nOpening Presentation \nKey Topics\nThe sessions are tailored to help professionals tackle current challenges in gambling addiction: \nCBT for Addictions: Learn how to adapt therapy techniques to meet diverse needs. \nAI and Gambling: Explore how AI shapes responsible gambling tools and interventions. \nCultural Healing: Discover ways to integrate cultural practices into addiction care. \nSports Gambling: Gain insights into legislative changes\, problem behaviors\, and long-term trends. \nSchedule\n8:00 AM – 8:45 AM: Registration & Continental Breakfast\n8:45 AM – 9:00 AM: Welcome and Opening Remarks\n9:00 AM – 11:00 AM: CBT for Addictions\n11:00 AM – 11:15 AM: Break\n11:15 AM – 12:15 PM: What’s the Deal with AI and Gambling?\n12:15 PM – 1:15 PM: Lunch\n1:15 PM – 2:45 PM: Examining Sports Gambling\n2:45 PM – 3:00 PM: Break\n3:00 PM – 4:30 PM: Healing the Spirit of Addiction\n4:30 PM – 4:45 PM: Closing Remarks\n4:45 PM: Conference Concludes \nContinuing Education Units (CEUs)\nThis conference provides attendees with 6 CEUs\, meeting the needs of professionals seeking to deepen their knowledge and skills in addiction treatment and responsible gaming practices. Continuing education hours accepted by NAADAC and NBCC. We have applied to NASW-NM for continuing education approval. The ICRG is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. The ICRG maintains responsibility for this program and its content. \nWhy Attend?\nWith the growing prevalence of gambling-related challenges\, this conference is a must-attend for clinicians\, regulators\, researchers\, and gaming professionals. Attendees will gain actionable insights into culturally sensitive care\, cutting-edge AI tools\, and prevention strategies tailored to today’s gambling landscape. \nRegister Today\nJoin us at Sandia Resort & Casino for this impactful event.  \nAbout the International Center for Responsible Gaming (ICRG)\nThe ICRG is a global leader in gambling addiction research and education. Since 1996\, it has funded over $40 million in studies that inform public health policies\, treatment strategies\, and responsible gaming initiatives. \nAbout Sandia Resort & Casino\nSandia Resort & Casino is a premier entertainment destination dedicated to community well-being and responsible gaming practices.
URL:https://www.icrg.org/event/gambling-addiction-trends-in-treatment-public-health-and-gambling-conference/
LOCATION:Sandia Resort & Casino\, 30 Rainbow Rd\, Albuquerque\, NM\, 87113\, United States
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SUMMARY:Brain Connections: New Tools about the Interplay Between Youth Gambling and Gaming Webinar
DESCRIPTION:About the Webinar \nVideo games are hugely popular among youth and emerging adults. Though fun and entertaining\, there are risks associated with excessive gaming and with the increasingly blurred lines between gambling and gaming. \nBrain Connections is a knowledge translation team that develops free\, accessible\, and engaging products related to the neurobiology of gambling disorder. In 2024\, based on popular demand\, Iris\, Deirdre\, and the Brain Connections team created brand new products on the interplay between youth gambling and gaming. \nIn this webinar\, you will learn about the latest Brain Connections products\, which include an animated video\, a clinical handout\, a BE Brief and a gaming primer. We will discuss how you can use these new resources in your work and answer questions you have about youth gambling and gaming neurobiology. \nAttendees will earn 1 continuing education hour. Agencies that have approved ICRG as a CE Provider include: \n\nThe International Center for Responsible Gaming is approved by NAADAC\, the Association for Addiction Professionals\, to offer continuing education (Provider # 100793).\nThe International Center for Responsible Gaming is approved by NBCC\, National Board of Certified Counselors\, as an Approved Continuing Education Provider\, ACEP No. 6474. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. The ICRG is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.\nThe International Center for Responsible Gaming (ICRG) is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. The ICRG maintains responsibility for this program and its content.\n\nLearning Objectives \n\n Increase your knowledge on the interplay between gambling and gaming.\n Learn about gambling and gaming harms related to youth and emerging adults.\n Consider how the Brain Connections tools can be used in your setting.\n\nFeatured Speakers \nDr. Iris M. Balodis is an Associate Professor in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioural Neurosciences at McMaster University. She is the Associate Director of the Peter Boris Centre for Addictions Research\, the Associate Director of the Centre for Clinical Neuroscience as well as a faculty associate with the Michael G. DeGroote Centre for Medicinal Cannabis Research and Director of the Integrated Neuroscience of Motivation and Change (IN-MaC) Laboratory. As one of the founding members of the Ontario Gambling Research Society (OGRS)\, she is working with colleagues across the province to advance the theory\, research and practice of problem gambling research. Her overall program of research covers different facets of reward and stress processing. Towards the goal of better understanding these processes\, Dr. Balodis applies brain imaging\, psychophysiological\, behavioural and other approaches across various populations. This includes individuals with substance-based disorders\, such as cannabis or alcohol use disorders\, and non-substance based disorders\, including gambling disorder. Most recently\, her research program is examining co-use of substances while gambling. \n \nDeirdre Querney\, is a Registered Social Worker and Certified Problem Gambling Counsellor with the City of Hamilton’s Alcohol\, Drug & Gambling Services in Ontario\, Canada. Deirdre has over 25 years of experience in providing outpatient addiction treatment services\, including individual and group therapy for gambling disorder. She also teaches in McMaster University’s Professional Addiction Studies Program\, where she shares her expertise in behavioral addictions. Deirdre has a passion for knowledge translation in this field\, and was awarded\, along with her project partner Dr. Iris Balodis\, the 2023 ICRG Scientific Achievement Award for their work on Brain Connections. \n  \nThis event has passed\, click on the event website link to view the recording. 
URL:https://www.icrg.org/event/brain-connections-new-tools-about-the-interplay-between-youth-gambling-and-gaming-webinar/
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