March 2007
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Problem GamblingProblem Gambling
What is problem gambling?
Problem gambling includes all gambling behavior patterns that compromise, disrupt or damage personal, family or vocational pursuits. The essential features are increasing preoccupation with gambling, a need to bet more money more frequently, restlessness or irritability when attempting to stop, "chasing" losses, and loss of control manifested by continuation of the gambling behavior in spite of mounting, serious, negative consequences. In extreme cases, problem gambling can result in financial ruin, legal problems, loss of career and family, or even suicide. For more information on criteria for gambling problems, see Problem Gambling Self Quiz
Isn't problem gambling just a financial problem?
No. Problem gambling is an emotional problem that has financial consequences. If you pay all of a problem gambler's debts, the person will still be a problem gambler. The real problem is that they have an uncontrollable obsession with gambling.
Isn't problem gambling really the result of irresponsible or weak-willed people?
No. Many people who develop problems have been viewed as responsible and strong by those who care about them. Precipitating factors often lead to a change in behavior, such as retirement or job related stress.
What kind of people become problem gamblers?
Anyone who gambles can develop problems if they are not aware of the risks and do not gamble responsibly. When gambling behavior interferes with finances, relationships and the workplace, a serious problem already exists.
Do casinos, lotteries and other types of gambling "cause" problem gambling?
The cause of a gambling problem is the individual's inability to control the gambling. This may be due in part to a person's genetic tendency to develop addiction, their ability to cope with normal life stress and even their social upbringing and moral attitudes about gambling. The casino or lottery provides the opportunity for the person to gamble. It does not, in and of itself, create the problem any more than a liquor store would create an alcoholic.
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10 Questions About Gambling Behavior
- You have often gambled longer than you had planned.
- You have often gambled until your last dollar was gone.
- Thoughts of gambling have caused you to lose sleep.
- You have used your income or savings to gamble while letting bills go unpaid.
- You have made repeated, unsuccessful attempts to stop gambling.
- You have broken the law or considered breaking the law to finance your gambling.
- You have borrowed money to finance your gambling.
- You have felt depressed or suicidal because of your gambling losses.
- You have been remorseful after gambling.
- You have gambled to get money to meet your financial obligations.
If you or someone you know answers "Yes" to any of these questions, consider seeking assistance from a professional regarding this gambling behavior by calling the National Problem Gambling HelpLine Network (800.522.4700) toll free and confidential throughout the U.S.
Click here to learn more about problem gambling: http://www.ncpgambling.org/
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AnnouncementsAnnouncements
 Developed by the Pennsylvania Department of Health, Bureau of Drug and Alcohol Programs (BDAP) and implemented through the Institute for Research, Education and Training in Addictions (IRETA), the PA Regional Drug and Alcohol Training Institute (RTI) is a combination of didactic, interactive, and skill-building training sessions. Speakers and trainers are recognized experts in the field of addiction and related public health issues and are encouraged to interact with participants to optimize the learning experience.
The first RTI for 2007 is scheduled for April 11-13, 2007 at The Inn at Reading in Reading, PA. We are pleased to have confirmed Dr. Carlo DiClemente as our featured speaker! Dr. DiClemente will be presenting a 1/2 day class on Wednesday, April 11th. Eighteen classes are offered over the three days of the training. The conference brochure and on-line registration is available at www.ireta.org.
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Training and EventsTraining and Events
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7th Annual Prevention Conference
Friday, March 2, 2007 / 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Ocean Place Resort and Conference Center
Long Branch, New Jersey
For details please visit: http://www.njpn.org/calendar?p=view_entry.php&id=44&date=20070302
Steroids and Issues in School Drug Testing
$50 registration fee includes breakfast and lunch. Experts on Steroids and School Drug Testing Programs, legal and program development problems.
March 21, 2007, Branches Restaurant, West Long Branch, NJ
Phone: 732-663-1800 x 211 or email:bsprechman@preventionfirst.net
Click here for details:http://www.certbd.com/calendar/externalevents.asp
Tobacco Dependence Treatment Specialist Training
Become a Tobacco Dependence Treatment Specialist 5-DAY TRAINING: The Tobacco Dependence Program of the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey - School of Public Health, is offering a 5-day training to prepare health care professionals to provide treatment for tobacco dependence. Participants gain an in-depth understanding of Tobacco Addiction as well as essential evidence-based treatment tools necessary to help their patients achieve freedom from tobacco.
University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey School of Public Health, Tobacco Dependence Program New Brunswick, New Jersey
Monday, April 16, 2007 - Friday, April 20, 2007 (every Day)
Click here for details:http://www.njpn.org/calendar?p=view_entry.php&id=74&date=20070416
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The Motivational Interviewing Seminar
March 19, 20 & 21, 2007
Hotel Beacon in New York City
Registration is now being accepted.
For full details and registration form go to: http://users.erols.com/ksciacca/MIannounce.htm
Seizing the Moment: Motivation Enhancing Techniques to Engage the AOD Involved Client in Therapeutic Conversations
March 21, 2007, 9:00 AM - 12:30 PM
To be held at the Hampton Inn, 200 Tarrytown Road, Elmsford, NY 10523
Click here for details:http://www.oasas.state.ny.us/training/classes.cfm?classID=642
Alcohol in the Family-Addressing the Children from Alcohol or Other Drug Afflicted Families with Actions You Can Take To Improve Their Life and Yours
Tuesday, March 27, 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm
To be held at Park United Methodist Church 49 Sinclair Drive, SInclairville, NY 14782
Click here for details:http://www.oasas.state.ny.us/training/classes.cfm?classID=640
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Mini Regional Training Institutes
March 13, 14, 2007
For details please visit: http://www.neattc.org/training.htm
Regional Drug and Alcohol Training Institute (RTI) 2007
Through research, practice and education we are learning more about alcohol, tobacco and other drug misuse (ATOD). This includes new findings related to the origins of addiction, the consequences of addiction and the factors that influence relapse and recovery. It is critically important that the lessons learned from both research and clinical practice be effectively disseminated to the field to improve prevention, intervention and treatment services for individuals and families affected by addiction.
This Regional Training Institute, offered over three days, is a combination of didactic, interactive, and skill-building training sessions. Speakers and trainers are recognized experts in the field of addiction and related public health issues and are encouraged to interact with participants as much as possible to optimize the learning experience.
The Regional Training Institutes are designed for substance abuse counselors, administrators, supervisors, case managers, prevention specialists, and community leaders throughout the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
April 11,12 9:00 am-4:45 pm, April 13 8:00 am - 3:00 pm
Questions? Contact pondk@ireta.org or call Kris Pond at 412-258-8569
The conference brochure and on-line registration is available at www.ireta.org.
The Training Point: an uncommon learning exchange for addiction trainers
A seven-week blended online and face-to-face learning exchange for professionals in addiction-related fields.
Weeks 1-3 (April 30 - May 18, 2007) will utilize the Blackboard online learning system
Week 4 (May 22, 23 & 24, 2007) will be a face-to-face session in Eagleville, PA
Weeks 5-7 (May 28 - June 15, 2007) will utilize the Blackboard online learning system
Click here for details:http://www.neattc.org/newsarticle.htm?article=597
Bureau of Drug & Alcohol Programs (BDAP)
Click here for all SCA Trainings & Information
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The Central East ATTC has the following self-paced courses available:
- Hepatitis C: A Guide for Counselors and Outreach Workers
- Buprenorphine Treatment of Opioid Addiction: A Counselor’s Guide
- Welfare Reform for Addiction Professionals
To register for these courses and more, go to: http://danyalearningcenter.com/ or contact CEATTC at (240) 645-1140.
CSAP’s Prevention Pathways Online Free Training Topics Include:
- Environmental Strategies for Prevention
- Silence Hurts: Alcohol Abuse and Violence Against Women
- Wading Through the Data Swamp: Program Evaluation 201
More information is available at: http://pathwayscourses.samhsa.gov/index.htm
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NeATTC ProductsNeATTC Products
- Smoking Cessation Treatment at Substance Abuse Rehabilitation Programs
Cigarette smoking is common among persons with drug and alcohol use disorders, with prevalence rates of 80-90% among patients in substance use disorder treatment programs. Such concurrent smoking may produce adverse behavioral and medical problems, and is associated with greater levels of substance use disorder. To order hard copies click here:http://www.ireta.org/store/customer/product.php?productid=104&cat=9&page=1
Innovative Ideas!
What is your program doing on smoking cessation? Share your agencies innovative ideas with us. Please describe in 200 words or less your agencies best programmatic idea. The winner will be selected by March 30, 2007 and will be awarded $200 from the Northeast Addiction Technology Transfer Center (NeATTC). Click here to submit ideas: http://www.neattc.org/innovative-ideas.html
- Linking Addiction Treatment and Communities of Recovery -- A Primer for Addiction Counselors, Recovery Coaches and the Recovery Community co-authored by William White, M.A., and Ernest Kurtz, Ph.D.
The NeATTC and IRETA recently published this seminal piece that describes the emergence of a recovery paradigm as a new organizing concept for treatment and recovery support services. It summarizes the scientific evidence supporting post-treatment check-ups and assertive linkage to peer-based recovery support groups and describes the growing diversity of American communities of recovery.
More then 2,000 free copies have been disseminated within the NeATTC region. The monograph, along with a compendium power point presentation, is available online and downloadable free of charge at http://www.neattc.org or call 1-866-246-5344. Bound copies can be ordered at $ 10 per copy plus shipping and handling. Quantity discounts are available.
- The Northeast Addiction Technology Transfer Center (NeATTC) today announced the release of the monograph "Taking Action to Build a Stronger Addictions Workforce" Pittsburgh, - August 14, 2006.
The monograph is an overview of NeATTC’s Workforce Development Summit II held in Philadelphia last October where leaders from the NeATTC’s member states (New York, New Jersey and Pennsylvania) shared updates on their workforce development programs, discussed challenges to implementation, and discussed new directions for workforce development. Outcomes of strategies when available, and next steps that the region and its member states are considering as possible options were presented by summit participants. The "Taking Action to Build a Stronger Addictions Workforce" monograph is available online and downloadable free of charge at http://www.neattc.org. Bound copies can be ordered at $ 10 per copy plus shipping and handling. Quantity discounts are available. For additional information call 1.866.246.5344.
- Imagine Who You Could Save is a workforce recruitment video promoting addictions career opportunities. The purpose of the video is to promote opportunities in the addiction career field on a national scale while dispelling preconceived notions and/or stereotypes typically associated with the addiction/substance use disorder field. NAADAC, in collaboration with the National Addiction Technology Transfer Center (ATTC), Northeast and Central East ATTC’s have put together an excellent product. Your organization can add your name and logo on the trailer for a cost of $100.00. This will be your personal copy for your use in recruitment and awareness purposes. This also increases the visibility of your agency. You may also purchase a non-customized version of the video for $35.00. Contact the Northeast ATTC if you are interested in obtaining a personal copy of the recruitment video at (412) 391-4449 or http://www.neattc.org.
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Science to Service NewsScience to Service News
- Total Smoking Ban Sought in N.J. The Associated Press reported Feb. 21 that Sen. Joe Vitale, chair of the state Senate's Health Committee, said he will convene hearings on legislation to expand a state law banning indoor smoking to include gambling casinos. "It's time to save the lives of the thousands of casino workers who are at risk because of second hand smoke," said Vitale. To read more click here: http://www.jointogether.org/news/headlines/inthenews/2007/total-smoking-ban-sought-in.html
- Study Finds Rich Kids More Likely to Use Drugs Than Poor The Contra Costa Times reported Feb. 19 that disposable income, disconnected families, and pressure to succeed all contribute to drug use among upscale youth, adding that parents in these communities add to the problem by denying that it occurs. "Perfection is very, very valued in affluent communities," noted Madeline Levine, author of "The Price of Privilege." To read more click here: http://www.jointogether.org/news/headlines/inthenews/2007/study-finds-rich-kids-more.html
- Tobacco Regulation Bill Introduced in Congress A bipartisan group of lawmakers led by Sens. Ted Kennedy (D-Mass.) and John Cornyn (R-Texas) this week introduced the Family Smoking Prevention and Tobacco Control Act, which would give the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) the power to regulate tobacco products. To read more click here: http://www.jointogether.org/news/headlines/inthenews/2007/tobacco-regulation-bill.html
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CESAR PublicationCESAR Publication
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Information SearchInformation Search
Information Specialists in New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania respond to information requests from the multi-disciplinary addiction prevention and treatment workforce providing a link between research and practice. http://www.neattc.org/information_search.htm
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