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SUMMARY:RARC Town Hall Meeting (Virtual - Town Hall #3)
DESCRIPTION:It has now been three years since we launched the Rutgers Addiction Research Center (RARC)\, and your feedback has played a vital role in shaping our mission and activities. As we look ahead to the next 3–5 years\, we are once again seeking your input to help guide the future of the RARC. We will be holding a series of town hall meetings in January to share results from the recent RARC Feedback Survey and to create an open forum for discussing priorities and future directions. We hope you will join us for one of these sessions. \nIf you would like to receive the Feedback Survey materials in advance of the call\, please register here.  \nJoin Zoom Meeting: Https://rutgers.zoom.us/j/97898916932?pwd=yXh2E8I6CWHF7M9dssMpbE3PM9j6DC.1 \nMeeting ID: 928 6550 4877; Password: 946163 \nPhone: +1 646 558 8656 US (New York)
URL:https://addiction.rutgers.edu/event/rarc-town-hall-meeting-virtual-town-hall-3/
LOCATION:Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="Rutgers Addiction Research Center":MAILTO:rarc@bhi.rutgers.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260127T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260127T150000
DTSTAMP:20260717T184526
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SUMMARY:RARC SciENcv Workshop
DESCRIPTION:NIH will require the use of Common Forms and SciENcv to prepare biographical sketches for grant applications\, progress reports\, and other related submissions with due dates on or after January 25\, 2026.\n\nRutgers Research Services Librarian\, Yingting Chen\, will be delivering a session to RARC researchers on Tuesday\, January 27 @2:00 PM Eastern introducing the NIH Biographical Sketch Common Form and NIH Biographical Sketch Supplement (replacing the traditional NIH biosketch formats by January 25\, 2026). The session will also include a demo of ORCID and SciENcv.\n\n\nZoom: https://rutgers.zoom.us/j/96175667649?pwd=CnYkCXGj3nGJueaaw6I4LqKvNuWaAm.1\nMeeting ID: 961 7566 7649\nPasscode: 159569
URL:https://addiction.rutgers.edu/event/rarc-sciencv-workshop/
LOCATION:Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="Rutgers Addiction Research Center":MAILTO:rarc@bhi.rutgers.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260126T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260126T123000
DTSTAMP:20260717T184526
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UID:10570-1769419800-1769430600@addiction.rutgers.edu
SUMMARY:SSW Webinar - Understanding Comorbidity in the Treatment of Eating Disorders
DESCRIPTION:This clinical webinar will focus on comorbid concerns and diagnoses related to Eating Disorders. Newer trends focusing on ADHD and autism will be discussed and how they influence disordered eating behaviors. Case studies will be used to understand the comorbidity of these diagnoses and how to work with clients on both the disordered eating and other concerns. (This is an elective for the Certificate Program in Eating Disorders) \nFor more information\, click here. \nObjectives\nParticipants will be able to label disordered eating behaviors related to other diagnoses. \nParticipants will be able to identify eating issues that are the results of non-eating disorder concerns. \nParticipants will use case study examples to discuss comorbidity related to disordered eating.
URL:https://addiction.rutgers.edu/event/ssw-webinar-understanding-comorbidity-in-the-treatment-of-eating-disorders-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260122T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260122T130000
DTSTAMP:20260717T184526
CREATED:20251216T192052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T163027Z
UID:10578-1769083200-1769086800@addiction.rutgers.edu
SUMMARY:RARC Treatment & Recovery Workgroup
DESCRIPTION:We invite you to join us for the next Treatment & Recovery Workgroup Meeting on Thursday\, January 22nd\, hosted in Newark. Lunch will be provided for in-person attendees. A virtual option via Zoom will also be available for those unable to attend in person.This gathering aims to bring together addiction researchers from across Rutgers\, particularly those focused on treatment and recovery. Our goal is to facilitate idea exchange\, networking\, and collaboration to drive impactful\, interdisciplinary research initiatives. \nWhen: Thursday\, January 22\, 2026 @12:00 – 1:00 p.m. ET\nIn-person location: Medical Sciences Building\, E609\, Emergency Medicine Conference Room\, 185 S Orange Ave\, Newark\, NJ 07103\nVirtual location: https://rutgers.zoom.us/j/92528528555?pwd=SGNbk7wtraMkAYu8S0d5zb0wpVfuJh.1 \n 
URL:https://addiction.rutgers.edu/event/rarc-treatment-recovery-workgroup/
LOCATION:Medical Sciences Building\, E609\, Emergency Medicine Conference Room\, 185 S Orange Ave\, Newark\, NJ\, 07103
ORGANIZER;CN="Rutgers Addiction Research Center":MAILTO:rarc@bhi.rutgers.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260121T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260121T170000
DTSTAMP:20260717T184526
CREATED:20260109T195405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T195405Z
UID:10608-1769011200-1769014800@addiction.rutgers.edu
SUMMARY:Research Resources Workshop Wednesday (R²W²) Series - Library Support Services
DESCRIPTION:Join Zoom: https://rutgers.zoom.us/j/96626133912
URL:https://addiction.rutgers.edu/event/research-resources-workshop-wednesday-r%c2%b2w%c2%b2-series-library-support-services/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260120T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260120T110000
DTSTAMP:20260717T184526
CREATED:20251212T174757Z
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UID:10534-1768903200-1768906800@addiction.rutgers.edu
SUMMARY:RARC Town Hall Meeting (Virtual - Town Hall #2)
DESCRIPTION:It has now been three years since we launched the Rutgers Addiction Research Center (RARC)\, and your feedback has played a vital role in shaping our mission and activities. As we look ahead to the next 3–5 years\, we are once again seeking your input to help guide the future of the RARC. We will be holding a series of town hall meetings in January to share results from the recent RARC Feedback Survey and to create an open forum for discussing priorities and future directions. We hope you will join us for one of these sessions. \n If you would like to receive the Feedback Survey materials in advance of the call\, please register here.  \nJoin Zoom Meeting: Https://rutgers.zoom.us/j/92865504877?pwd=6Tufo1gp6b20jJforcPwLwZiGnqcTP.1 \nMeeting ID: 978 9891 6932; Password: 004691 \nPhone: +1 646 558 8656 US (New York)
URL:https://addiction.rutgers.edu/event/rarc-town-hall-meeting-virtual-town-hall-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="Rutgers Addiction Research Center":MAILTO:rarc@bhi.rutgers.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260116T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260116T120000
DTSTAMP:20260717T184526
CREATED:20251211T184915Z
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UID:10525-1768554000-1768564800@addiction.rutgers.edu
SUMMARY:GSAPP Webinar - Self-Compassion: An Approach to Addressing Shame and Stigma in Addiction and Recovery
DESCRIPTION:Emerging research in neuroscience and Compassion-Focused Therapy shows that practicing mindful self-compassion can profoundly impact physical\, emotional\, and spiritual well-being-especially for those navigating recovery. Based on the work of Dr. Kristin Neff\, this workshop explores how self-kindness\, mindfulness\, and a sense of shared humanity can counteract harmful patterns like self-criticism\, anxiety\, and isolation—often at the root of substance use\, disordered eating\, and other at-risk behaviors. Shame\, stigma and trauma are interwoven into the challenges faced by those who suffer from addiction and/or other mental health challenges.  Studies have shown that the implementation of Sell-Compassion is trans-theoretical- able to be utilized in whatever individual or group therapy utilized\, including CBT\,DBT\, IFS\, ACT\, EFT etc.  Participants will gain practical strategies and practices for themselves and for their client.  Studies have shown that Self-Compassion has positive outcomes in assisting to regulate emotions\, decrease anxiety\, manage grief and trauma\, enhance a sense of well-being\, and build resilience and recovery capital for lasting healing and personal growth. \n\nLive Zoom Webinar \n\n\nInstructor: Roseann Cervelli\, MS\, LCADC\, CCS\, CPS \nInstructional Level: Introductory \nFor more information and registration\, click here.
URL:https://addiction.rutgers.edu/event/gsapp-webinar-self-compassion-an-approach-to-addressing-shame-and-stigma-in-addiction-and-recovery/
LOCATION:Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="Rutgers Graduate School of Applied and Professional Psychology":MAILTO:ce@gsapp.rutgers.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260115T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260115T120000
DTSTAMP:20260717T184526
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UID:10568-1768469400-1768478400@addiction.rutgers.edu
SUMMARY:SSW Webinar - Eating Disorders and Obsessive Compulsive Disorder: Sorting Out the Complicated Symptom Picture (1/15 & 1/22)
DESCRIPTION:DATES: 1/15/26 & 1/22/26\, 9:30am-12pm each day. This is a 2-day webinar. Eating disorders and OCD are two extremely complicated illnesses and often times\, their symptoms overlap. The eating disorder client obsesses about calories and compulsively exercises. The Obsessive Compulsive client can present as a 16 yr. old who obsesses about eating clean but doesn’t necessarily fit criteria for an eating disorder. Understanding in detail both of these disorders show they may overlap and can greatly impact treatment. This webinar will illustrate the complexities in these two disorders especially when they occur together. Participants must attend both days to receive a certificate of completion. [Required for Eating Disorders Clinical Certificate Program] \nFor more information\, click here.
URL:https://addiction.rutgers.edu/event/ssw-webinar-eating-disorders-and-obsessive-compulsive-disorder-sorting-out-the-complicated-symptom-picture-1-15-1-22/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260114T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260114T130000
DTSTAMP:20260717T184526
CREATED:20251216T184020Z
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UID:10566-1768384800-1768395600@addiction.rutgers.edu
SUMMARY:SSW Webinar - Navigating the Social Media Age: The Talk to Keep YOU Up to Date
DESCRIPTION:Social Media is a BIG part of adolescents’ lives. This webinar program looks at the newest trends in social networking as well as the warning signs that providers\, parents and caregivers should be informed of. In this program participants will be introduced to common social media sites; laws in accordance with social media usage ; strategies to restore life balance with youth ; signs and symptoms if your child/teen are being affected by social media and referral resources if additional support is needed. [Elective for Child and Adolescent Mental Health Certificate Program] \n\nFor more information\, click here.
URL:https://addiction.rutgers.edu/event/ssw-webinar-navigating-the-social-media-age-the-talk-to-keep-you-up-to-date/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260113T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260113T130000
DTSTAMP:20260717T184526
CREATED:20260109T201133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T201133Z
UID:10616-1768305600-1768309200@addiction.rutgers.edu
SUMMARY:Special Populations Webinar – Increasing Access to MOUD: Direct to Inject Buprenorphine
DESCRIPTION:In this presentation\, we will highlight the rationale for Direct to Inject XR buprenorphine to improve access to life saving treatment for opioid use disorder. We will review the results of a recent national survey comparing emerging practices across the US. Finally\, we will review the algorithm that was recently released by the Bridge Center at PHI for emergency department administration of XR buprenorphine and the evidence behind it.\n\nArianna is an Emergency and Addiction Medicine PA with more than 26 years of clinical experience. She works in Emergency and Addiction Psychiatry as well as buprenorphine access at the VA in Sacramento and serves as Senior Director and M- Principal Investigator for The Bridge Center at PHI and CA Bridge\, a program for which she is a cofounder. She is President-elect for California Academy of Physician Associates and is a CE committee member and Presidential Taskforce member for ASAM.\n\nTo register\, click here.\n 
URL:https://addiction.rutgers.edu/event/special-populations-webinar-increasing-access-to-moud-direct-to-inject-buprenorphine/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260113T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260113T120000
DTSTAMP:20260717T184526
CREATED:20260109T194630Z
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UID:10605-1768302000-1768305600@addiction.rutgers.edu
SUMMARY:Rutgers Psychiatry Grand Rounds featuring RWJMS Research - Maia Choi and I-Tzu Hung
DESCRIPTION:The Rutgers Department of Psychiatry is excited to invite you join to our Grand Rounds on Tuesday\, January 13\, 2026 @ 11AM. \nThis will be an exciting session presented by I-Tzu Hung (Post-Doctoral Associate) and Maia Choi (Post-Doctoral fellow). Both are a part of RWJMS\, Rutgers Addiction Research Center. \nMeeting URL: https://rutgers.zoom.us/j/97772468109?pwd=XO7GqECwMIpDqbnIgb6QIOaLdENnOg.1\nMeeting ID: 977 7246 8109\nPassword: 926425
URL:https://addiction.rutgers.edu/event/rutgers-psychiatry-grand-rounds-featuring-rwjms-research-maia-choi-and-i-tzu-hung/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260113T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260113T123000
DTSTAMP:20260717T184526
CREATED:20251216T183802Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T183802Z
UID:10564-1768296600-1768307400@addiction.rutgers.edu
SUMMARY:SSW Webinar - Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy: What Every Curious Therapist Needs to Know
DESCRIPTION:Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP) is a treatment tool increasingly sought by potential clients. Curious clients frequently turn to known mental health professionals to help them assess if this is a good tool for their own healing. Our webinar will leave you sufficiently informed for a thoughtful conversation about if your clients/ friends/ family/ colleagues or you might want to try KAP. It will also help you gauge your own interest in this as a tool for your practice. \nFor more information\,  . \nKAP provides new possibilities as a medicine for certain mood disorders but is also leveraged well working with obsessive compulsive disorders\, neurosis\, phobias\, trauma work\, grief\, addiction\, etc. and as a general tool for our most stuck places with our most stuck clients. We will dive into all the Who/What/Why/Where and How: \n\nWho is well suited for this treatment?\nWho is well suited to work in this field?\nWhat does the treatment process look like?\nWhat conditions and themes are contraindicated?\nWhere does treatment happen?\nWhy might you turn to this tool as a client? As a therapist?\nHow does ketamine and KAP even help?\nHow do people access KAP
URL:https://addiction.rutgers.edu/event/ssw-webinar-ketamine-assisted-psychotherapy-what-every-curious-therapist-needs-to-know/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260112T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260112T170000
DTSTAMP:20260717T184526
CREATED:20251212T174615Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T165354Z
UID:10532-1768233600-1768237200@addiction.rutgers.edu
SUMMARY:RARC Town Hall Meeting (Virtual - Town Hall #1)
DESCRIPTION:It has now been three years since we launched the Rutgers Addiction Research Center (RARC)\, and your feedback has played a vital role in shaping our mission and activities. As we look ahead to the next 3–5 years\, we are once again seeking your input to help guide the future of the RARC. We will be holding a series of town hall meetings in January to share results from the recent RARC Feedback Survey and to create an open forum for discussing priorities and future directions. We hope you will join us for one of these sessions. \n If you would like to receive the Feedback Survey materials in advance of the call\, please register here.  \nJoin Zoom Meeting: https://rutgers.zoom.us/j/92709619388?pwd=UcnYs2wA89SB7g3mm9zCbOi5JOSoH1.1 \nMeeting ID: 927 0961 9388; Password: 494749\nPhone: +1 646 558 8656 US (New York)
URL:https://addiction.rutgers.edu/event/rarc-town-hall-meeting-virtual-town-hall-1-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="Rutgers Addiction Research Center":MAILTO:rarc@bhi.rutgers.edu
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260108T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260108T123000
DTSTAMP:20260717T184526
CREATED:20251216T183426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T183426Z
UID:10562-1767864600-1767875400@addiction.rutgers.edu
SUMMARY:SSW Webinar - Ethical and Legal Issues in Substance Abuse Counseling
DESCRIPTION:This interactive webinar focuses on the major elements of legal issues surrounding counselors in working with patients who have substance use disorders. In this webinar\, participants will learn about the different areas of legal concern for today&rsquo;s counselors working with clients who have both mental health and substance use issues. Legal areas include scope of clinical practice regarding supervision (including 2019 changes and proposed rule changes)\, ADC telehealth and telemedicine regulations (proposed in 2021)\, and NJ Uniform Enforcement Act changes (including 2021 changes). Other recent changes to include the required 3 hours of Legal Standards training include regulation/statute changes in ADC continuing education (3 hours of Legal Standards) and statutory requirements of 1 hour of opioid training (for those dually licensed professionals). <p>*This webinar does not meet the prescription opioid requirement for social work.<br> *This webinar does not qualify for NBCC clock hours in ethics for Licensed Professional Counselors. \nFor more information\, click here. \nObjectives\nAt the conclusion of this webinar\, participants will be able to: \n\nDifferentiate the major elements necessary to be a qualified supervisor according to the NJ LCADC/CADC licensure regulations.\nIdentify at least 3 of the telehealth/telemedicine NJ LCADC/CADC regulatory categories.\nList at least 3 of the NJ Uniform Enforcement Act Duty to Report components.\nExplain which websites are necessary to keep up on licensure regulations changes in NJ.
URL:https://addiction.rutgers.edu/event/ssw-webinar-ethical-and-legal-issues-in-substance-abuse-counseling-6/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260107T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260107T123000
DTSTAMP:20260717T184526
CREATED:20251216T181212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T181212Z
UID:10560-1767778200-1767789000@addiction.rutgers.edu
SUMMARY:SSW Webinar - The Opioid Crisis in NJ: Current Trends and Evidence-Based Treatment Options
DESCRIPTION:This interactive webinar will discuss the latest developments and trends regarding natural opiates\, semi-synthetic opioids\, and synthetic opioids. Participants will be able to identify national and local NJ trends with regards to prescribing practices and new legislation\, opioid overdoses and trends with opioid use. Participants will be able to distinguish the difference between which drugs are considered naturally occurring opiates\, which are considered semi-synthetic opioids and which are considered synthetic opioids. Participants will be introduced into the assessment of and treatment of Opioid Use Disorders via the DSM 5 criteria\, the latest nationally recognized medicated assisted treatment and the non-medication assisted treatment approaches when working with clients. Participants will be able to identify three different medicated assisted treatments (MAT)\, and discussion of medicinal marijuana being added as an MAT option. Webinar participants will be introduced to a harm reduction treatment paradigm and will be able to identify at least 3 different harm reduction principles when working with clients. Finally\, participants will engage in an interactive case that will develop throughout the webinar and have different objectives (e.g.\, assessing a proper level of care\, and then incorporating a harm reduction treatment orientation with the client in regards to their MAT decision process). [This webinar will complete your prescription opioid social work license requirement] \nFor more information\, click here. \nObjectives\nAt the conclusion of the webinar\, participants will be able to: \n\nDifferentiate the major elements the Federal Government uses when classifying drugs from schedule 1 through schedule 5.\nIdentify national and local NJ trends with regards to prescribing practices and new legislation\, opioid overdoses and trends with opioid use.\nDistinguish the difference between which drugs are considered naturally occurring opiates\, which are considered semi-synthetic opioids and which are considered synthetic opioids.\nList and describe three different best practice medication assisted therapies when working with clients who have an opioid use disorder.
URL:https://addiction.rutgers.edu/event/ssw-webinar-the-opioid-crisis-in-nj-current-trends-and-evidence-based-treatment-options-8/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260106T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260106T123000
DTSTAMP:20260717T184526
CREATED:20251216T180837Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T180837Z
UID:10558-1767691800-1767702600@addiction.rutgers.edu
SUMMARY:SSW Webinar - Current Drug Trends and Emerging Drugs of Abuse
DESCRIPTION:Many new drugs are making local and national headlines such as K2/Spice and Bath Salts. This interactive webinar will discuss the latest developments and information regarding synthetic cannabinoids\, MDPV\, Mephedrone\, Kratom\, Salvia and other designer drugs that have been emerging over the past few years. Webinar participants will be introduced to the physiology of these drugs and how they can possibly impact\, mimic and exacerbate mental health disorders such as anxiety and depressive disorders. Epidemiologic trends in drug abuse in both youth and adults will be discussed as will the latest trends from the New Jersey Division of Addiction Services. Webinar participants will participate in interactive discussions and exercises in differential diagnosis of similar symptoms produced by these emerging drugs of abuse and other mental health disorders. Patterns of use\, abilities for urine detection\, and other legal aspect regarding these emerging drugs will be discussed. [This webinar will complete your prescription opioid social work license requirement.] \nFor more information\, click here. \nObjectives\nAt the conclusion of this webinar\, participants will be able to: \n\nDifferentiate the major elements the Federal Government uses when classifying drugs from schedule 1 through schedule 5.\nIdentify at least two differences (in terms of negative effects) that occur with the ingestion of synthetic cannabinoids.\nState which class of drugs synthetic cannabinoids & bath salts (synthetic cathinones) are classified under in the current version of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders. Workshop participants will be able to list at least three negative side effects of each.\nCompare differences that drugs of abuse such as Adderall\, Oxycodone and Suboxone are classified under in the current version of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders. Workshop participants will be able to list three negative side effects of each drug listed in this lecture.\nList and describe two different best practice therapy approaches regarding counseling clients who are abusing these emerging substances of abuse.\nDiscuss current legal issues both locally and nationally as they relate to using these emerging substances of abuse.
URL:https://addiction.rutgers.edu/event/ssw-webinar-current-drug-trends-and-emerging-drugs-of-abuse-4/
LOCATION:Virtual
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260105T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260109T153000
DTSTAMP:20260717T184526
CREATED:20250923T182223Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T182223Z
UID:10100-1767621600-1767972600@addiction.rutgers.edu
SUMMARY:NIH Grant Writing Mini-Course
DESCRIPTION:New to NIH grants? NJACTS is offering a 5-session virtual mini-course (daily\, 2–3:30 pm ET on Zoom) to demystify K & R applications\, with practical guidance from a grant-writing coach and recent awardees. Open to trainees\, postdocs\, fellows\, faculty\, instructors\, and clinicians at U.S.-based institutions (Rutgers affiliation not required). \nEnrollment closes Dec 12. \nLearn more: https://form.jotform.com/243153997988176
URL:https://addiction.rutgers.edu/event/nih-grant-writing-mini-course/
LOCATION:Virtual
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260105T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260105T160000
DTSTAMP:20260717T184526
CREATED:20251216T180406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T180406Z
UID:10556-1767618000-1767628800@addiction.rutgers.edu
SUMMARY:SSW Webinar - Social Media's Influence on Self-Harm Behaviors and Self-Regulation
DESCRIPTION:This webinar will begin with an introduction to how social media influences both self-esteem and self-regulating behaviors. We will then move into examining various social media outlets. Newer social media outlets will be explored including the level of involvement different age groups and genders have with them. Finally\, the webinar will move into social medias influence on self-regulating behaviors. The webinar will provide strategies for lessening clients exposure to social media. [Elective for Eating Disorders Clinical Certificate Program] \nFor more information\, click here. \nObjectives\nAt the conclusion of this webinar\, participants will be able to: \n\nList and describe different types of self-harm behaviors including substance use\, self-mutilation\, and disordered eating\nExplain new strategies for bringing self-harm behaviors into the therapy conversation\nList and describe different social media outlets\nReview current trends for social media usage among different age groups and genders\nDescribe the influence of increasing social media exposure and negative behaviors (such as poor body image or disordered eating)\nIdentify strategies for reducing social media usage in clients and raising awareness of social media influence.
URL:https://addiction.rutgers.edu/event/ssw-webinar-social-medias-influence-on-self-harm-behaviors-and-self-regulation/
LOCATION:Virtual
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260105T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260105T123000
DTSTAMP:20260717T184526
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SUMMARY:SSW Webinar - Not Just Benzodiazepines: Alternative Treatments of Anxiety and Depression
DESCRIPTION:The primary goal of this webinar is to explore non-pharmaceutical treatment of depression and anxiety. The number of people looking for non-pharmaceutical interventions is increasing in both the psychiatric and addiction fields. One need look no further than the desire to decrease benzodiazepine (BZD) use. Treatments to be discussed include herbal and amino acid substances as well as vagal nerve stimulation. \n\nFor more information\, click here. \n\n\nObjectives\n\nAt the conclusion of this webinar\, participants will be able to: \n\nSummarize the advantages and disadvantages of BZDs\nList three herbal medications used to treat depression\nDescribe the mechanism by which some amino acids work in the brain\nExplain the effects of using vagal nerve stimulation to treat depression\nDefine three alternatives to benzodiazepines for treating anxiety
URL:https://addiction.rutgers.edu/event/https-socialwork-ce-rutgers-edu-index-php-product-2395v6489/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251218T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251218T140000
DTSTAMP:20260717T184526
CREATED:20251212T192723Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251212T192723Z
UID:10547-1766062800-1766066400@addiction.rutgers.edu
SUMMARY:Mobilize Recovery - Fireside Chat with Tom Farley & Ryan Hampton: Navigating the Holidays in Recovery
DESCRIPTION:The holiday season can be a time of joy—but it can also bring stress\, loneliness\, and complicated emotions\, especially for people in or affected by recovery. To offer support\, perspective\, and connection\, Tom Farley from Recovery.com and Mobilize Recovery’s Co-Founder Ryan Hampton will be hosting a live\, virtual Fireside Chat on December 18th. Together\, they’ll discuss practical ways to stay grounded\, connected\, and supported during a season that isn’t always easy. \nThis free\, live discussion is open to all. RSVP on this page to receive reminders and the link to tune in. \nTo RSVP\, click here.
URL:https://addiction.rutgers.edu/event/mobilize-recovery-fireside-chat-with-tom-farley-ryan-hampton-navigating-the-holidays-in-recovery/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251216T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251216T140000
DTSTAMP:20260717T184526
CREATED:20251205T174909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251205T174909Z
UID:10518-1765890000-1765893600@addiction.rutgers.edu
SUMMARY:Addiction Policy Forum Webinar - 7-Hydroxymitragynine (7-OH): Science\, Risks\, and Real-World Impact
DESCRIPTION:7-Hydroxymitragynine (7-OH) is a psychoactive component of kratom — and it’s showing up in increasingly in new concentrate and synthetic forms in products found in gas stations and convenience stores. These newer formulations have increased concerns among researchers\, clinicians\, and advocates about misuse\, unpredictable potency\, and emerging health risks. Even though kratom is widely available\, there’s still limited public understanding of how synthetic and concentrated 7-OH products actually work in the body and how they can impact individuals and communities. \nThis webinar will unpack what we currently know about 7-OH in a clear\, accessible way. We will discuss the latest research on its pharmacology\, effects\, and risks. A moderated discussion will give participants the chance to ask questions and better understand what this emerging issue means for families\, communities\, and the broader field. \nFor more details and registration\, click here.
URL:https://addiction.rutgers.edu/event/addiction-policy-forum-webinar-7-hydroxymitragynine-7-oh-science-risks-and-real-world-impact/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251216T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251216T120000
DTSTAMP:20260717T184526
CREATED:20251212T192019Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251212T192019Z
UID:10544-1765882800-1765886400@addiction.rutgers.edu
SUMMARY:Rutgers Psychiatry Grand Rounds featuring Rutgers RWJMS Jill WIlliams\, "Tobacco Use in Populations with Behavioral Health Conditions: A 25 Year Perspective"
DESCRIPTION:Meeting URL: https://rutgers.zoom.us/j/97772468109?pwd=XO7GqECwMIpDqbnIgb6QIOaLdENnOg.1\nMeeting ID: 977 7246 8109\nPassword: 926425
URL:https://addiction.rutgers.edu/event/rutgers-psychiatry-grand-rounds-featuring-rutgers-rwjms-jill-williams-tobacco-use-in-populations-with-behavioral-health-conditions-a-25-year-perspective/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251212T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251212T140000
DTSTAMP:20260717T184526
CREATED:20251121T180425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251121T180518Z
UID:10492-1765544400-1765548000@addiction.rutgers.edu
SUMMARY:Addiction Policy Forum Webinar - Cannabis Use Disorder Prevention and Treatment
DESCRIPTION:Cannabis is one of the most commonly used substances in the United States\, and while often perceived as low risk\, use can lead to the development of cannabis use disorder (CUD). CUD can affect brain function\, behavior\, and overall health\, and the risk is especially concerning among adolescents and young adults. Despite its prevalence\, effective prevention and treatment strategies for CUD are often less well known than those for other substance use disorders. \nThis webinar will focus on the science of CUD\, including its neurobiology\, risk factors\, and the intersections between cannabis use\, CUD\, and other forms of substance use disorders. Presenters will also discuss evidence-based prevention and treatment strategies to reduce initiation and harms\, and improve health outcomes. Participants will also learn about available resources and best practices to support individuals and families affected by cannabis use disorder. \nFor more information\, click here.
URL:https://addiction.rutgers.edu/event/addiction-policy-forum-webinar-cannabis-use-disorderl-prevention-and-treatment/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251209T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251209T120000
DTSTAMP:20260717T184526
CREATED:20251205T182742Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251205T182742Z
UID:10521-1765278000-1765281600@addiction.rutgers.edu
SUMMARY:Rutgers Psychiatry Grand Rounds - Rutgers BHI - Dr. Chris Pierce\, "The Sins of the Fathers: Intergenerational Effects of Paternal Stimulants"
DESCRIPTION:  \nThe Rutgers Department of Psychiatry is excited to invite you join to our Grand Rounds on Tuesday\, December 9\, 2025 @ 11AM. \nThis will be an exciting session presented by Dr. Chris Pierce – Rutgers Brain Health Institute . \nPlease see attached PDF for instruction on texting attendance for CE Credits. Code will be distributed in the Chat during the session.
URL:https://addiction.rutgers.edu/event/rutgers-psychiatry-grand-rounds-rutgers-bhi-dr-chris-pierce-the-sins-of-the-fathers-intergenerational-effects-of-paternal-stimulants/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251202T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251202T150000
DTSTAMP:20260717T184526
CREATED:20251121T161231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251121T161420Z
UID:10476-1764684000-1764687600@addiction.rutgers.edu
SUMMARY:RARC Digital Health Workgroup Meeting featuring Alexis Kuerbis\, "Digitally Dividing or Digitally Thriving? Older Adult Responses to Digital Interventions to Reduce Alcohol Use"
DESCRIPTION:Join via Zoom: https://rutgers.zoom.us/j/93713701197?pwd=uvDtxal9SyoAOAw3HTevzEK7RjDr1n.1\nMeeting ID: 937 1370 1197\nPassword: 104898
URL:https://addiction.rutgers.edu/event/rarc-digital-health-workgroup-meeting-featuring-alexis-kuerbis-digitally-dividing-or-digitally-thriving-older-adult-responses-to-digital-interventions-to-reduce-alcohol-use/
LOCATION:Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="Rutgers Addiction Research Center":MAILTO:rarc@bhi.rutgers.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251202T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251202T130000
DTSTAMP:20260717T184526
CREATED:20251107T154232Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251107T154232Z
UID:10434-1764676800-1764680400@addiction.rutgers.edu
SUMMARY:NJ ACTS Special Populations Seminar with Katie Honovich - Inside IRTS: Data\, Design\, and the Power of Peer Support
DESCRIPTION:This presentation highlights the IRTS program’s structure and key outcomes while exploring the essential role of Peer Support Specialists in driving recovery and connection. Through data-informed insights\, we celebrate Peer Support Specialists as the unsung heroes of community mental health.\n\nKatie Honovich has worked in the behavioral health field since 2006\, beginning her career with a focus on substance use disorders. Over the years\, her clinical experience has spanned the full continuum of care —including inpatient\, outpatient\, community-based\, and acute partial hospitalization programs —serving individuals with both mental health and substance use needs. Since joining Rutgers University Behavioral Health Care (UBHC) in 2013\, Katie has held multiple leadership roles and currently serves as the Program Director in the Community-Based Services Department. As an Approved Clinical Supervisor (ACS)\, she is dedicated to mentoring emerging professionals\, guiding them toward licensure\, and fostering their growth within the field. Katie’s professional interests include working with forensic populations and individuals with personality disorders. She is deeply committed to reducing stigma\, promoting recovery\, and empowering the next generation of community mental health professionals.\n\nRegister for the seminar: https://go.rutgers.edu/66m0mmkq
URL:https://addiction.rutgers.edu/event/nj-acts-special-populations-seminar-with-katie-honovich-inside-irts-data-design-and-the-power-of-peer-support/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251120T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251120T140000
DTSTAMP:20260717T184526
CREATED:20251031T181029Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T181029Z
UID:10403-1763643600-1763647200@addiction.rutgers.edu
SUMMARY:Treatment & Recovery Workgroup Meeting - Featuring Presentation by Dr. Cowan "GLP-1s and addiction"
DESCRIPTION:The next RARC Treatment & Recovery Workgroup meeting will be held on Thursday\, November 20\, at 1:00 PM. This hybrid meeting feature a  presentation by workgroup leader\, Dr. Ethan Cowan\, on GLP-1s and addiction\, plus a work in progress discussion. \nIn-person: University Behavioral Health Care\, Room D203\, 671 Hoes Ln W\, Piscataway\, NJ 08854\nVirtual: Zoom (Link to be sent the week before the event) \nPlease register to attend: CLICK HERE. \nMeeting Highlights: \n\nPresentation by Dr. Ethan Cowan on GLP-1s and addiction\nWorks in Progress\n\nLunch will be provided for in-person attendees!
URL:https://addiction.rutgers.edu/event/treatment-recovery-workgroup-meeting-featuring-presentation-by-dr-cowan-glp-1s-and-addiction/
LOCATION:Room D203\, University Behavioral Health Care building\, 671 Hoes Ln W\, Piscataway\, 08854
ORGANIZER;CN="Rutgers Addiction Research Center":MAILTO:rarc@bhi.rutgers.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251119T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251119T130000
DTSTAMP:20260717T184526
CREATED:20251003T185512Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251003T185512Z
UID:10182-1763544600-1763557200@addiction.rutgers.edu
SUMMARY:GSAPP Webinar: Women and Opioid Use Disorders
DESCRIPTION:The opioid epidemic has impacted the lives of many. Women\, however\, are particularly vulnerable on many levels. This course provides an overview of the DSM 5 criteria for Opioid Use Disorders (OUDs)  from a trauma informed perspective. Participants will explore the unique needs and challenges of women and pregnant women seeking treatment. A brief discussion of Positive/Adverse Childhood Experiences (P/ACEs) serves to highlight treatment implications. Course concludes with interventions that address barriers to treatment and relapse prevention to support women in the recovery process. \nInstructor: Ana Guerra\, LCSW\, LPC\, LCADC\, CCS \nFor more information\, click here.
URL:https://addiction.rutgers.edu/event/gsapp-webinar-women-and-opioid-use-disorders-3/
LOCATION:Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="Rutgers Graduate School of Applied and Professional Psychology":MAILTO:ce@gsapp.rutgers.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251118T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251118T120000
DTSTAMP:20260717T184526
CREATED:20251114T181406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251114T181406Z
UID:10467-1763463600-1763467200@addiction.rutgers.edu
SUMMARY:Rutgers Psychiatry Grand Rounds featuring NJMS Psychiatry Chair Dr. Petros Levounis - "The Future of Addiction Treatment — Beyond ChatGPT”
DESCRIPTION:Join Dr. Petros Levounis\, Professor and Chair of Psychiatry at Rutgers New Jersey Medical School and 150th President of the American Psychiatric Association\, for an engaging Grand Rounds presentation\, “The Future of Addiction Treatment — Beyond ChatGPT. \nJoin Zoom Meeting: https://rutgers.zoom.us/j/97772468109?pwd=XO7GqECwMIpDqbnIgb6QIOaLdENnOg.1
URL:https://addiction.rutgers.edu/event/rutgers-psychiatry-grand-rounds-featuring-njms-psychiatry-chair-dr-petros-levounis-the-future-of-addiction-treatment-beyond-chatgpt/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251114T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251114T143000
DTSTAMP:20260717T184526
CREATED:20251107T190859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251107T190859Z
UID:10441-1763125200-1763130600@addiction.rutgers.edu
SUMMARY:Addiction Policy Forum Webinar: Cannabis and Health: What the Science Tells Us
DESCRIPTION:There have been national policy changes related to the use of Cannabis for medical purposes\, yet there are many questions from the public and healthcare providers about medical use. The FDA has approved specific cannabis-derived and cannabis-related therapeutics for treating certain medical conditions\, but it has not approved cannabis itself for treating any health conditions. \n\n\nThis webinar will examine the scientific evidence on cannabis and health\, while separating evidence-based facts from common myths. Speakers will provide an overview of what is known about cannabis’ medical applications\, limitations in the research\, and its public health implications. Presenters will also address common myths\, highlight what science has yet to establish\, and provide resources for those seeking reliable information. \n\nFor more information\, click here.
URL:https://addiction.rutgers.edu/event/addiction-policy-forum-webinar-cannabis-and-health-what-the-science-tells-us/
LOCATION:Virtual
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