Register for this virtual workshop, click here.
Presented by Dilworth Center
Kelly Little, MSW, LCAS, CCS
Clinical Supervisor
Seeing more and more clients using things like CBD, Delta-8, and Delta-9 to have fun, relax or cope? Wanting to learn more about the ever evolving world of THC? 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
- Explore current trends in adolescent and young adult substance use, specifically focusing on cannabinoids like CBD, Delta-8, and Delta-9.
- Examine the impact of marijuana legalization and public perception on substance use patterns.
- Identify and understand the implications of cannabis use disorders on the brain, family systems, schools, communities, and treatment centers.
WORKSHOP SCHEDULE
10:30 am – 12:00 pm “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 via zoom here
NCSAPPB CREDITS
We have applied to the NC Substance Abuse
Professional Practice Board (NCSAPPB) for
approval of 1.5 substance abuse specific credits.
Completion of a short, post-workshop electronic survey will be required to receive your certificate.
ABOUT THE PRESENTER
Kelly Little, MSW, LCAS, CCS
Kelly Little has been working in substance use disorder treatment since 2011, specializing in the treatment of adolescents. She received her master’s 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 in Charlotte, an 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.
