Friday September 20, 2024 9:00 AM

Presented by Dilworth Center
Kelly Little MSW, LCAS, CCS
Clinical Supervisor

In this session, we will explore current trends of substance use and abuse within adolescent and young adult populations. We will focus in on cannabinoid trends, identifying how the legalization of marijuana, in conjunction with public perception has impacted trends. Finally, the implications of cannabis use disorders within the brain, family systems, schools, communities, and treatment centers will be explored.

WORKSHOP OBJECTIVES 

Participants will be instructed on how to:

  1. Identifying current trends in adolescent and young adult substance use and abuse
  2. Evaluating the influence that legalization has on perception and use of THC
  3. Highlighting the relationship between cannabis use and mental health in adolescent and young adult populations
  4. Exploring the impact of Cannabis Use Disorder on schools, homes, and communities

WORKSHOP SCHEDULE

9:00  am – 11:00 am    “Puff, Puff, Pass? The “blunt” truth about Cannabis Use Disorder in adolescent and young adult populations.”

LOCATION: Register to receive link information for this online training.

COST: FREE – There is no charge for this complimentary training.

REGISTRATION: Sign-up via Zoom.

NCSAPPB CREDITS 

ABOUT THE PRESENTER

Kelly Little MSW, LCAS, CCS
Dilworth Center Clinical Supervisor

Kelly Little has been working in substance use disorder treatment since 2011, specializing in the treatment of adolescents. She received her masters in social work from The University of North Carolina Charlotte in 2014. Kelly is a Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist and Certified Clinical Supervisor. Currently, she is employed as the clinical supervisor at Dilworth Center, a local intensive outpatient treatment program for substance use disorders. In addition to supervising the clinical staff, Kelly works directly with adolescent and young adult patients and their family members. Kelly finds her work to be an honor and a privilege, as she is able to witness families heal through recovery.