Children's Mental Health Matters Webinar: Youth Substance Use and Substance Use Disorder-5.12.23 MACS Webinar Slides

5.12.23 MACS Webinar Slides

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This document highlights the importance of addressing youth substance use and substance use disorders and provides resources for healthcare professionals. The Maryland Addiction Consultation Service (MACS) offers free phone consultations, education and training opportunities, assistance with addiction resources and referrals, and technical assistance for implementing addiction treatment services. Maryland BHIPP provides support to pediatric primary care providers through telephone consultations, resource and referral support, training and education, and social work co-location services. The document emphasizes the vulnerability of adolescents to substance use disorders and the need for early intervention. It discusses the risks associated with early initiation of cannabis use and the progression to other substance use disorders. The SBIRT paradigm is suggested as an intervention approach matched to the severity of substance use. Case examples are provided to illustrate the use of motivational approaches and cognitive-behavioral therapy in addressing substance use among adolescents. The document also highlights the link between intervention for substance use and prevention of opioid use disorders among youth. Medication-assisted treatment with buprenorphine and extended-release naltrexone is recommended for adolescents and young adults with opioid use disorders. Family engagement is discussed as an essential component of treatment, and principles for family negotiation are outlined. The document concludes by providing contact information for MACS and Maryland BHIPP, along with the services they offer.

Keywords

youth substance use

substance use disorders

Maryland Addiction Consultation Service

MACS

early intervention

cannabis use

SBIRT paradigm

opioid use disorders

medication-assisted treatment

family engagement