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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20211119T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20211119T163000
DTSTAMP:20260404T082729
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Motivational Interviewing for AOD Use
DESCRIPTION:Prerequisite: Online Induction Material – Module 5 \nThis workshop develops core skills in working with clients who are ambivalent about making change to their substance use. This interactive skills-based course covers: \n\nmotivational interviewing principles and processes\nusing the OARS micro-counselling skills\nbrief motivational assessment\nmotivational interviewing strategies\npractical skills development.\n\nPresenter: Jennifer Brazier\n \nPlease directly contact Je**************@************ov.au for workshop information. \nNB: Participants will be required to provide their own lunch.
URL:https://qnada.org.au/event/introduction-to-motivational-interviewing-for-aod-use/
LOCATION:TAFE Queensland Cairns Campus\, Wilkinson Street & Eureka Street\, Manunda\, QLD\, 4870\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20211118T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20211118T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T082729
CREATED:20211107T222011Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211107T222011Z
UID:4042-1637244000-1637247600@qnada.org.au
SUMMARY:The safety of pharmaceutical drugs of dependence in pregnancy
DESCRIPTION:Pharmaceutical drugs of dependence are a group of drugs that have a recognized therapeutic need but are associated with a higher potential for misuse\, abuse and dependence compared with other prescription drugs. These drugs are commonly used to treat a wide variety of disorders the affect women of a reproductive age\, including severe pain (opioid such as oxycodone and fentanyl)\, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) (methylphenidate and dexamphetamine)\, opioid dependence (methadone and buprenorphine)\, severe anxiety (alprazolam)\, and sleep disorders (flunitrazepam). \nIn pregnancy\, these drugs have the potential to result in serious harm for both the mother and her child. However\, the evidence surrounding the safety of the use of pharmaceutical drugs of dependence during pregnancy is disproportionately low in comparison to the suspected frequency that which it is likely to occurs within our community. This seminar will examine the emerging research in this field. \nAbout the speaker \nDr Erin Kelty is a Research Fellow and NHMRC Emerging Leader in the School of Population & Global Health at the University of Western Australia. Her primary areas of interest are in medication safety in pregnancy\, pharmacoepidemiology\, and substance use disorders. She has considerable experience in the use and analysis of linked health data.
URL:https://qnada.org.au/event/the-safety-of-pharmaceutical-drugs-of-dependence-in-pregnancy/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="National Drug and Alcohol Research Centre (NDARC)":MAILTO:NDARC.events@unsw.edu.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20211118T113000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20211118T123000
DTSTAMP:20260404T082729
CREATED:20210906T213823Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210906T213823Z
UID:3970-1637235000-1637238600@qnada.org.au
SUMMARY:2021 Symposium Series - Centre of Research Excellence: Indigenous Health and Alcohol
DESCRIPTION:These free one hour symposiums will showcase the work of the Centre of Research Excellence (CRE): Indigenous Health and Alcohol. Presenters are Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander researchers who bring a unique insight into the challenges and opportunities in the field. \nThe symposiums will include these topics: \n\nTreating alcohol dependence in rehab or prison presented by Doug James and Dr Michael Doyle – Thursday 29 July 2021\n\nStrengths-based approaches: mutual support\, youth justice presented by Liz Dale and Dr Sharynne Hamilton – Thursday 16 September 2021\n\nAlcohol dependence in primary care and community presented by Gemma Khodr-Purcell and Teagan Weatherall – Thursday 28 October 2021\n\nAlcohol policy: compulsory treatment\, Aboriginal leadership presented by Lynette Bullen and Annalee Stearne – Thursday 18 November 2021.\n\nTime: 11.30am – 12.30pm (AEST) \nPlease note: Each person needs their own Zoom link to join. You can choose any one symposium\, or get a (separate) link for each of the four symposiums.
URL:https://qnada.org.au/event/2021-symposium-series-centre-of-research-excellence-indigenous-health-and-alcohol-3/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Centre of Research Excellence":MAILTO:alcohol.studies@sydney.edu.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20211117T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20211117T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T082729
CREATED:20211107T221834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211107T221834Z
UID:4041-1637143200-1637150400@qnada.org.au
SUMMARY:Therapeutic interventions for methamphetamine dependence
DESCRIPTION:Crystalline methamphetamine (“ice”) is a significant and growing public health concern in Australia\, with approximately 300\,000 people now dependent on this drug. There are currently no approved pharmacotherapies that can be delivered as a scaleable and cost-effective treatment to meet the growing treatment demand. Mirtazapine\, an approved antidepressant medication\, has recently been identified in early clinical trials as the first potentially effective treatment option. The recently funded Tina trial will be conducted by the National Drug and Alcohol Research Centre (NDARC) and evaluate whether mirtazapine is a safe\, effective\, and feasible treatment in routine clinical practice. \nThis webinar will present an overview of evidence for treatment of methamphetamine dependence\, and future directions. \nThe ASCEND program grant (Advancing the health or people who use drugs: hepatitis C and drug dependence) is a collaboration between UNSW Sydney’s Kirby Institute and National Drug and Alcohol Research Centre (NDARC)\, funded by the National Health and Medical Research Centre. \nSpeakers \nChair: Professor Michael Farrell \n• Dr Steven Shoptaw – What doesn’t work\, and what might work? An overview of the evidence. (20 minutes) \n• Associate Professor Rebecca McKetin – Mirtazapine for methamphetamine dependence: Will it work in routine clinical practice?(15 minutes) \n• Panel discussion (20 minutes) with: Dr Steven Shoptaw\, A/Prof Rebecca McKetin\, Professor Nadine Ezard
URL:https://qnada.org.au/event/therapeutic-interventions-for-methamphetamine-dependence/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="National Drug and Alcohol Research Centre (NDARC)":MAILTO:NDARC.events@unsw.edu.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20211117T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20211117T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T082729
CREATED:20210720T041409Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210720T041409Z
UID:3849-1637143200-1637146800@qnada.org.au
SUMMARY:“But it’s the Least of Their Problems…” – Barriers to Smoking Cessation in Young People Aged Under 18yrs
DESCRIPTION:Young people aged under 18 experience different tobacco related harms to adults and current smoking cessation treatments and policy are focussed on adults and don’t respond to harms unique to young. This presentation will summarise a qualitative study conducted with clinicians from multiple disciplines and across several settings around the barriers to smoking cessation in young people. \nBec is a Senior Social Worker in the Dovetail Team. Before her work with Dovetail\, she supported both young people and adults in her roles as youth worker\, family case manager\, group work facilitator and alcohol and other drugs counsellor in the not-for-profit sector. Since starting with Dovetail in 2019\, Bec has become particularly interested in the topic of nicotine dependence in young people and more recently\, the emergence of vaping as a new mode of nicotine delivery. \nKaren is a Clinical Psychologist and Board approved supervisor for psychologists. Karen has worked with adults\, children\, families in areas of community mental health\, persistent pain\, tobacco cessation and AOD. She has experience with research\, giving lectures\, group facilitation\, counselling and workforce development. 
URL:https://qnada.org.au/event/but-its-the-least-of-their-problems-barriers-to-smoking-cessation-in-young-people-aged-under-18yrs/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20211112T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20211112T163000
DTSTAMP:20260404T082729
CREATED:20210801T214450Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210801T214450Z
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SUMMARY:AOD Clinical Assessment
DESCRIPTION:Prerequisite: eLearning – Induction – Module 4 – AOD Clinical Assessment\n \nThis interactive workshop introduces participants to clinical assessment for alcohol and other drug problems. \nTopics covered include: \n\nraising the issue of alcohol and other drug use with clients\nscreening instruments\nassessment instruments\nbio-psychosocial elements of assessment\nsituational alcohol and other drug risks\npractical skill development exercises.\n\nPresenter: Jennifer Brazier\n \nPlease directly contact Je**************@************ov.au for workshop information. \nNB: Participants will be required to provide their own lunch.
URL:https://qnada.org.au/event/aod-clinical-assessment/
LOCATION:TAFE Queensland Cairns Campus\, Wilkinson Street & Eureka Street\, Manunda\, QLD\, 4870\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20211112T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20211112T123000
DTSTAMP:20260404T082729
CREATED:20211107T222801Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211107T222801Z
UID:4044-1636707600-1636720200@qnada.org.au
SUMMARY:National Hepatitis C Workshop for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Workers and Health Practitioners
DESCRIPTION:Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Workers (A&TSIHWs) and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Practitioners (A&TSIHPs) are crucial in the elimination of hepatitis C. \nThe Australasian Society for HIV\, Viral Hepatitis and Sexual Health Medicine (ASHM) invites A&TSIHWs and A&TSIHPs to join them for this free online workshop to yarn about hepatitis C with colleagues. The sessions aim to provide A&TSIHWs and A&TSIHPs with practical skills and knowledge in hepatitis C diagnosis and care to support their clients and communities.
URL:https://qnada.org.au/event/national-hepatitis-c-workshop-for-aboriginal-and-torres-strait-islander-health-workers-and-health-practitioners/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="ASHM":MAILTO:ashm@ashm.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20211110T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20211110T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T082729
CREATED:20210720T041256Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210720T041256Z
UID:3848-1636538400-1636542000@qnada.org.au
SUMMARY:Reflective Practice Groups as a Form of Supervision
DESCRIPTION:Reflective Practice Groups (RPGs) aim to promote reflection and critical thinking\, provide support\, foster team cohesion and help mitigate stress and compassion fatigue in healthcare workers. This talk will explore how RPG can support the interpersonal aspects of caring and explore complex clinical and practice issues in a supportive group environment. \nChris is a Clinical Nurse Consultant working in CL Psychiatry at Sunshine Coast University Hospital. He is a credentialed MH Nurse & a member of the ACMHN CL Special Interest Group. He is an experienced group facilitator and clinical supervisor with over 25 years experience & the author of a number of peer reviewed articles on Reflective Practice Groups for Nurses. He has also published other articles relating to support and supervision for nurses. In 2020 he won the inaugural QNMU Positive practice Environment Award for his work providing RP Groups to general nurses & midwives.
URL:https://qnada.org.au/event/reflective-practice-groups-as-a-form-of-supervision/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20211109T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20211112T163000
DTSTAMP:20260404T082729
CREATED:20201216T225531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201216T230705Z
UID:3531-1636448400-1636734600@qnada.org.au
SUMMARY:Cognitive behaviour therapy 4-day masterclass (face to face) - 360edge
DESCRIPTION:360Edge’s alcohol and other drug cognitive behaviour therapy experts\, Professor Nicole Lee\, past President and Honorary Fellow of the AACBT\, and Paula Ross\, Counselling Psychologist and clinical expert\, present this top rated four day workshop. \nIt has been developed especially for alcohol and other drug workers\, particularly those in counselling or case management roles\, who want to build and strengthen the core CBT clinical skills that are the foundation for all best practice CBT protocols from traditional CBT to newer cognitive therapy models like the mindfulness-based therapies. \nParticipants will discover exactly what makes CBT tick\, and will utilise self-reflection and practice to learn core skills in assessment\, case formulation\, interventions and responding to therapeutic challenge. \nLearning outcomes \n\nDeepen understanding of the CBT approach and different forms of CBT\nDevelop skills in self-reflection and self-practice as a way of maximising experiential learning of CBT\nUnderstand a CBT model that provides a framework for effective assessment\, formulation\, and intervention\nImprove CBT oriented assessment and formulation skills\nImprove CBT oriented intervention skills\nRecognise and respond to therapeutic relationship difficulties within a CBT framework\n\nCost: Earlybird: $995 | Standard: $1395 | (Book 5 or more spaces for your team and save an additional 10% off the earlybird rate) \nFacilitator: Nicole Lee and Paula Ross \nMore Information
URL:https://qnada.org.au/event/cognitive-behaviour-therapy-4-day-masterclass-face-to-face/
LOCATION:Rydges St Kilda\, 35-37 Fitzroy St St Kilda\, Melbourne\, Victoria\, 3182\, Australia
ORGANIZER;CN="360edge":MAILTO:training@360edge.com.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20211107T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20211110T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T082729
CREATED:20210416T003024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210416T003104Z
UID:3739-1636272000-1636563600@qnada.org.au
SUMMARY:APSAD Scientific Alcohol and Drug Conference 2021
DESCRIPTION:2021 APSAD Brisbane Hybrid Conference will bring Australian and New Zealand alcohol and other drugs workers together in a multidisciplinary event celebrating 40 years of Bridging Knowledge and Practice. \nSUPER EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION NOW OPEN FOR THE 2021 APSAD HYBRID CONFERENCE\nRegister to attend the Brisbane Conference in person by Tuesday 27 April and take advantage of the Super Early Bird rate to save up to $150 on the standard rate. \nAttend in person\n• Access to the full face-to-face conference experience of lectures\, workshops\, and symposia (it is likely that some lecture speakers may present virtually either live or pre-recorded)\n• On-Demand content available during the conference as a stream\n• The opportunity to network with your friends and colleagues\n• Visit the sponsors and exhibitors’ booths onsite\n• Access to all the recorded presentations post conference\n• Attend the conference dinner \nAttend virtually\n• Plenary and Stream One\, conference lectures delivered virtually\n• The capacity to ask questions of presenters in real-time for those available at the time\n• Meet and speak to the sponsors and exhibitors at the special virtual exhibition sessions\n• Access to all recorded presentations post conference
URL:https://qnada.org.au/event/apsad-scientific-alcohol-and-drug-conference-2021/
LOCATION:The Sofitel Central Brisbane\, 249 Turbot St\, Brisbane\, QLD\, 4000\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20211105T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20211105T163000
DTSTAMP:20260404T082729
CREATED:20210801T214344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210801T214344Z
UID:3912-1636102800-1636129800@qnada.org.au
SUMMARY:Understanding Psychoactive Drugs
DESCRIPTION:Prerequisite eLearning: Online Induction Material – Module 2  \nNB: This course is a pre-requisite for the “Assessing and Managing Withdrawal” workshop. \nThis workshop covers foundational knowledge and concepts required to work in the alcohol and other drug field. \nTopics covered include: \n\nHistory of substance use\, statistics\, prevalence and rates of use\nMoral\, legal\, disease and bio-psychosocial models of substance use\nAustralian drug policy frameworks and guidelines\nBasic neurobiology and pharmacology\nRoutes of administration\nPatterns of use and harms from substance use\nIntoxication and overdose\nTolerance\, dependence and withdrawal\nFoundational therapeutic concepts including the Transtheoretical Model (Stages of Changes)\nOverview of the Queensland AOD Treatment System\nThe evidence-base underpinning therapeutic interventions\n\nPresenter: Jennifer Brazier \nPlease directly contact Je**************@************ov.au for workshop information. \nNB: Participants will be required to provide their own lunch.
URL:https://qnada.org.au/event/understanding-psychoactive-drugs/
LOCATION:TAFE Queensland Cairns Campus\, Wilkinson Street & Eureka Street\, Manunda\, QLD\, 4870\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20211105T083000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20211105T163000
DTSTAMP:20260404T082729
CREATED:20210801T214219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210801T214219Z
UID:3911-1636101000-1636129800@qnada.org.au
SUMMARY:Relapse Prevention and Management
DESCRIPTION:Relapse prevention is about building the capacity of individuals to maintain and sustain positive changes with their substance use. \nThis 1-day workshop is designed for practitioners who provide direct support to people with AOD concerns who wish to better understand and communicate strategies\, tools and techniques that can help someone stay in recovery through the prevention and management of lapses and relapses. It is an interactive workshop with opportunities to practice and apply concepts covered. \nBy the end of this workshop learners will be able to: \n\nUnderstand the key definitions and models of change\nDescribe frameworks for relapse prevention and management plans\nUnderstand the factors that contribute to lapse and relapse\nUnderstand the factors that support change\nUnderstand and communicate strategies for managing cravings\, drug-refusal\, self-regulation and associated cognitive based relapse prevention approaches\nUnderstand and communicate healthy lifestyle skills\, including how to maintain supports and connections.\n\nPre-requisite: Relapse Prevention and Management e-Learning \nThis workshop is  facilitated by Warren Losberg – ATODS Clinical Educator (Psychologist)\, Townsville Hospital and Health Service.
URL:https://qnada.org.au/event/relapse-prevention-and-management-2/
LOCATION:Palmerston Street Conference Room\, Vincent Campus\, 190 Palmerston Street\, Vincent\, Queensland\, 4814\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20211103T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20211103T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T082729
CREATED:20210720T041139Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210720T041139Z
UID:3847-1635933600-1635937200@qnada.org.au
SUMMARY:QScript Learning: Benzodiazepines and Z-drugs
DESCRIPTION:This presentation aims to provide the health care professional with the principles of rational prescribing and dispensing of benzodiazepines and z-drugs\, as well as recommendations of best practice for tapering and discontinuation of these medicines when applicable. \nDebbie Rigby is an Advanced Practice Pharmacist with postgraduate qualifications in clinical pharmacy\, geriatrics and respiratory medicine. Her special interests include geriatrics\, medication reviews\, deprescribing\, respiratory disease\, communication and health behaviour change\, and medicines information. Debbie’s career as a pharmacist has been across many roles\, including community and hospital pharmacy\, academia\, education\, policy and advocacy\, government and committee representation. She currently conducts Home Medicine Reviews and provides medicines education to pharmacists\, nurse practitioners\, GPs and other health professionals through her company Pharmeducation.
URL:https://qnada.org.au/event/qscript-learning-benzodiazepines-and-z-drugs/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20211028T113000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20211028T123000
DTSTAMP:20260404T082729
CREATED:20210906T213728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210906T213728Z
UID:3969-1635420600-1635424200@qnada.org.au
SUMMARY:2021 Symposium Series - Centre of Research Excellence: Indigenous Health and Alcohol
DESCRIPTION:These free one hour symposiums will showcase the work of the Centre of Research Excellence (CRE): Indigenous Health and Alcohol. Presenters are Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander researchers who bring a unique insight into the challenges and opportunities in the field. \nThe symposiums will include these topics: \n\nTreating alcohol dependence in rehab or prison presented by Doug James and Dr Michael Doyle – Thursday 29 July 2021\n\nStrengths-based approaches: mutual support\, youth justice presented by Liz Dale and Dr Sharynne Hamilton – Thursday 16 September 2021\n\nAlcohol dependence in primary care and community presented by Gemma Khodr-Purcell and Teagan Weatherall – Thursday 28 October 2021\n\nAlcohol policy: compulsory treatment\, Aboriginal leadership presented by Lynette Bullen and Annalee Stearne – Thursday 18 November 2021.\n\nTime: 11.30am – 12.30pm (AEST) \nPlease note: Each person needs their own Zoom link to join. You can choose any one symposium\, or get a (separate) link for each of the four symposiums.
URL:https://qnada.org.au/event/2021-symposium-series-centre-of-research-excellence-indigenous-health-and-alcohol-2/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Centre of Research Excellence":MAILTO:alcohol.studies@sydney.edu.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20211028T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20211028T133000
DTSTAMP:20260404T082729
CREATED:20211004T225104Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211004T225427Z
UID:4020-1635415200-1635427800@qnada.org.au
SUMMARY:2021 QNADA Annual General Meeting (AGM) - Hybrid
DESCRIPTION:Online attendance: Please log on to Zoom at 10.25am for a 10.30am start. Please ensure you test your microphone and speakers prior to commencement and keep your camera on when possible. \nIn person attendance: 10am arrival for a 10.30am start. Location is at Karstens\, Level 24\, 215 Adelaide St\, Brisbane City QLD 4000. Networking lunch to follow. \nIn person registration click here. \nOnline registration click here. \n\n\nPlease email in**@*******rg.au for any special dietary requirement. \nPlease email in**@*******rg.au or cancel your ticket ASAP if you are no longer able to attend after registration.
URL:https://qnada.org.au/event/2021-qnada-annual-general-meeting-agm-in-person-registration/
LOCATION:Karstens\, 24/215 Adelaide Street\, Brisbane City\, Qld\, 4000\, Australia
ORGANIZER;CN="QNADA":MAILTO:info@qnada.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20211027T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20211027T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T082729
CREATED:20210720T041034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210720T041034Z
UID:3846-1635328800-1635332400@qnada.org.au
SUMMARY:Ketamine for the treatment of Addictions and Mental Health
DESCRIPTION:How does ketamine work in the treatment of Substance Use Disorders and Mental Health? How is it used around the world and what the evidence?  \nDr Nikola Ognyenovits is an Addiction Medicine Specialist. He has a strong interest in the clinical management and research in substance use disorders\, behavioural addictions and associated mental health conditions\, including developmental trauma\, PTSD\, depression and anxiety disorders. Dr Ognyenovits is a Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians’ Chapter of Addiction Medicine. He is involved in advocacy to inform drug policy and service development. Currently he is working as a Staff Specialist in Metro North and West Moreton Alcohol and Drugs Services and in private practice. Dr Ognyenovits’ main interest in research is the exploration of novel approaches to addiction treatment. His latest project is to research and introduce ketamine assisted psychotherapy as a therapeutic modality in substance use disorders. He is also involved in an MDMA assisted psychotherapy research trial for PTSD through Monash University. Dr Ognyenovits graduated as Doctor of Medicine in Budapest\, Hungary\, initially training in Psychiatry. After moving to Australia in 1992\, he worked in rural and remote centres across Australia. He is also a Fellow of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners and the Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine.
URL:https://qnada.org.au/event/ketamine-for-the-treatment-of-addictions-and-mental-health/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20211021T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20211021T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T082729
CREATED:20210804T050045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210804T050045Z
UID:3922-1634817600-1634821200@qnada.org.au
SUMMARY:Shared decision making in mental health treatment: what clinicians need to know
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: Dr Alana Fisher (Research Fellow\, eCentre Clinic\, Macquarie University) \nBy the end of this webinar\, attendees will be able to: \n\nIdentify the key rationale for and components of shared decision-making in clinical practice;\nArticulate the potential benefits of shared decision-making for mental health populations\, including those with co-occurring alcohol and other drug use conditions;\nUnderstand ways of facilitating shared decision-making in practice\, including via the use of decision-aids.
URL:https://qnada.org.au/event/shared-decision-making-in-mental-health-treatment-what-clinicians-need-to-know/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20211021T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20211021T163000
DTSTAMP:20260404T082729
CREATED:20201216T225222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201216T230643Z
UID:3530-1634806800-1634833800@qnada.org.au
SUMMARY:Working with families with domestic and family violence (online) - 360edge
DESCRIPTION:In Victoria DFV training is focused on building the capacity of the sector to be able to respond to their responsibilities to the new family violence information sharing scheme (FVISS) and to be able to screen and assess for family violence using the multi-agency risk assessment and management framework (MARAM). \nBuilding on this important baseline\, 360Edge is offering this new workshop for organisations and practitioners who desire a higher level of clinical practice training in working with families with alcohol and other drug and domestic family violence issues. This workshop will address issues in family violence and will equip participants with practical skills to respond to domestic family violence in the specific context of AOD treatment. \nCost: Earlybird: $295 | Standard: $355 | (Book 5 or more spaces for your team and save an additional 10% off the earlybird rate) \nFacilitator: Paula Ross \nMore Information
URL:https://qnada.org.au/event/working-with-families-with-domestic-and-family-violence-online/
ORGANIZER;CN="360edge":MAILTO:training@360edge.com.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20211021T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20211021T090000
DTSTAMP:20260404T082729
CREATED:20211001T013314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211001T013314Z
UID:4010-1634803200-1634806800@qnada.org.au
SUMMARY:Stigma and the structure of health systems
DESCRIPTION:In the third seminar of our Spotlight on Stigma series\, we will explore the organisation and structure of health systems. Our expert panel will discuss how these organisational and structural factors can produce stigma and give us tools for tackling stigma within health systems. \nSione Crawford has been working in peer-based organisations of people who use drugs since 2003. Much of this work has focused on challenging and reducing the stigma related to illicit & injecting drug use\, and has spoken\, written and presented in a variety of forums. Sione is currently the CEO of Harm Reduction Victoria: the organisation representing people who use drugs in Victoria\, Australia and has previously worked in the ACT and NSW at sibling organisations. \nAssociate professor Fiona Haigh is Director of the Health Equity Research Development Unit (HERDU) a joint initiative between the UNSW Centre for Primary Health Care and Equity and the Sydney Local Health District. Fiona is an equity focussed applied public health researcher with over 20 years’ experience internationally working with health and other sectors to strengthen the consideration of health and health equity in decision-making. Her main focus is equity focused planning and decision-support tools such as Health Impact Assessment\, health equity\, the role of different types of knowledge in decision making\, and the relationship between health and human rights. \nDr. Thomas Ungar is the Psychiatrist-in-Chief at St. Michael’s Hospital of the Unity Health Toronto and Associate Professor University of Toronto with clinical and health leadership experience as a family physician\, addiction medicine provider and psychiatrist. He is a thought leader using human centered design to improve quality of care addressing Equity and systemic implicit bias of Mental Health and Substance use disorders as part of the Mental Health Commission of Canada structural stigma research team. He is an award winning educator\, communicator and creator of the You Tube web-series Think You Can Shrink? \nFacilitator: Scientia Professor Carla Treloar\, Director\, UNSW Centre for Social Research in Health & UNSW Social Policy Research Centre \nSpotlight on Stigma \nThis occasional seminar series presented by the UNSW Centre for Social Research in Health explores the cutting-edge of stigma science\, policy and practice. We will draw on insights from national and international experts with the aim of building awareness and skills in the use of stigma concepts and evidence. Through this series\, we hope to contribute to developing a shared literacy around key concepts in stigma\, centrally involve people with lived experience in examining and unpacking research\, and advance our efforts to reduce the effects of stigma in Australia. \nRegister through Eventbrite now\, and you will be sent the Zoom link to this event before the start. \nNeed assistance to register for this seminar? Ring +612 9385 6776.
URL:https://qnada.org.au/event/stigma-and-the-structure-of-health-systems/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20211020T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20211020T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T082729
CREATED:20210720T040928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210720T040928Z
UID:3845-1634724000-1634727600@qnada.org.au
SUMMARY:It's the End of the Road for Hep C!
DESCRIPTION:The Kombi Clinic is a four-member\, Hepatitis C outreach model of care bringing all the essential elements of testing\, treatment and cure to marginalised and homeless people. Their laid-back approach allows them to offer a simple and tailored service helping to destigmatise HCV and make folks feel welcome and less intimidated. This presentation will highlight the ease of diagnosis through fingerstick PoCT and Fibroscan liver assessment\, on the road to Hep C elimination.
URL:https://qnada.org.au/event/its-the-end-of-the-road-for-hep-c/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20211020T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20211022T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T082729
CREATED:20210720T034636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210720T034636Z
UID:3830-1634716800-1634922000@qnada.org.au
SUMMARY:National Drug and Alcohol Research Centre (NDARC) Annual Research Symposium 2021
DESCRIPTION:The National Drug and Alcohol Research Centre (NDARC) Annual Research Symposium 2021 will showcase the wide variety and depth of research and programs at NDARC\, as well as highlight the work of their peer organisations\, facilitate dynamic discussions and provide opportunities to create new connections. It will be held across three days and will include both online sessions and an in-person event. \nTopics discussed at the symposium will include: \n\nemerging pharmaceutical drugs – including psychedelics and new drug treatments for addiction and mental health\nglobal patterns in opioid dependence and treatment: past history\, current interventions\, and future action.\n\nAll sessions of the symposium may be eligible to be counted as Continued Personal Development (CPD) hours. When registering\, tick the box prompting for a certificate of completion at the checkout. \nCost: Online: free. In-person: $65 – $125.
URL:https://qnada.org.au/event/national-drug-and-alcohol-research-centre-ndarc-annual-research-symposium-2021/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="National Drug and Alcohol Research Centre (NDARC)":MAILTO:NDARC.events@unsw.edu.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20211018T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20211020T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T082729
CREATED:20211004T224758Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211004T224758Z
UID:4018-1634544000-1634749200@qnada.org.au
SUMMARY:2021 International Mental Health Conference
DESCRIPTION:Please note: Due to COVID-19 restrictions please check with event organisers for all face to face events. \nThe International Mental Health Conference is aimed to promote best practice to professionals\, workers and volunteers. Those in attendance will have the opportunity to grow meaningful connections and gain insight into the implementation of meaningful solutions to mental health care. \nThe conference will feature a collaboration with international mental health leaders\, practical tools to improve care for clients. The event will also be an excellent avenue to unite voices in order to advocate for equal mental health care for all individuals. There will be: live keynote presentations\, concurrent presentations\, an interactive exhibitor hall\, practical workshops\, networking functions and live-streaming. \nTopics covered will include: \n\nsocial determinants of mental ill health including poverty\, housing\, homelessness\, employment\nthe cost of mental ill-health and suicide\nhow to create a person-centred\, outcome based and integrated mental health system\nmeasuring wellbeing and implementing initiatives in schools and workplaces\nsuccessful programs and initiatives in suicide prevention\nbest practices in perinatal mental health\nInnovative approaches\, customisation\, and adaption in e-health\, artificial intelligence and virtual reality\nthe prevention and treatment of vicarious trauma.\n\nImportant Dates: \n\nPresenter submissions close: Friday 9 April 2021\nNotification to authors: Friday 23 April 2021\nAuthor acceptance and registration due: Friday 30 April 2021\nProgram launch: Wednesday 5 May 2021\nEarly bird pricing ends: Friday 18th June 2021.\n\nPlease note: Registration is essential.
URL:https://qnada.org.au/event/2021-international-mental-health-conference-2/
LOCATION:RACV Royal Pines Resort\, RACV Royal Pines Resort\, Gold Coast\, Queensland\, 4217\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20211015T083000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20211015T163000
DTSTAMP:20260404T082729
CREATED:20210906T215809Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210906T215809Z
UID:3977-1634286600-1634315400@qnada.org.au
SUMMARY:North Queensland Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Sexual Health Forum - Townsville
DESCRIPTION:This forum aims to provide opportunities to identify and discuss gaps and barriers to culturally capable and effective service provision for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. The program will include: \n\nan epidemiological overview of the current bloodborne virus and sexually transmissible infections environment in North Qld\na profile of the clinical\, policy and service delivery context of sexual health\ncase presentations and a facilitated panel discussion with recognised Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health professionals and sexual health experts\nbreak-out sessions to explore opportunities and priorities affecting young people\, men and women in the provision of sexual health care.\n\nThe forum is aimed at health professionals providing healthcare service provision to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and communities in the geographical areas covered by the five Hospital and Health Service regions in North Qld (Mackay\, Townsville\, Cairns and Hinterland\, North West\, and Torres and Cape).
URL:https://qnada.org.au/event/north-queensland-aboriginal-and-torres-strait-islander-sexual-health-forum-townsville/
LOCATION:Hotel Grand Chancellor Townsville\, Hotel Grand Chancellor\, Townsville\, Qld\, 4810\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20211015T083000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20211015T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T082729
CREATED:20210801T214016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210801T214016Z
UID:3910-1634286600-1634313600@qnada.org.au
SUMMARY:Motivational Interviewing Day 2
DESCRIPTION:Motivational interviewing is a collaborative\, goal-oriented style of communication with particular attention to the language of change\, and is a highly recommended\, evidence-based approach to helping people address their substance use behaviours.  It is recommended for all practitioners based in AOD and mental health settings who provide direct support to people experiencing substance use concerns. \nMI training involves a blended learning program consisting of 4 self-directed eLearning modules (approx. three hours total)\, and a two-day interactive workshop. Following the virtual classrooms\, participants are invited to take part in “follow-up” Zoom calls scheduled throughout the year. In these follow up calls\, participants will be able to seek additional feedback after applying their new M.I. skills in direct practice. \nThis two-day workshop builds on the content covered in the introductory eLearning modules by providing structured opportunities for application\, practice and discussion. \nDay 2: Evoking Change Talk\, Processes and Consolidating Commitment – Friday\, 15 October 2021 \nDay 2 will focus on how to evoke change talk\, the heart of MI\, and demonstrate how to use the core skills to respond to sustain talk and what to do if there is discord. The workshop will look at the four processes of MI\, how to recognise which stage your client may be at to inform your approach\, including giving information and advice\, consolidating commitment and developing a change plan. \nPre-requisite:  Motivational Interviewing Day 1\,  MI 3: Evoking Change Talk eLearning and MI 4: Planning and Consolidating Commitment eLearning \nThis workshop is  facilitated by Warren Losberg – ATODS Clinical Educator (Psychologist)\, Townsville Hospital and Health Service.
URL:https://qnada.org.au/event/motivational-interviewing-day-2/
LOCATION:Palmerston Street Conference Room\, Vincent Campus\, 190 Palmerston Street\, Vincent\, Queensland\, 4814\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20211014T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20211014T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T082729
CREATED:20211004T230927Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211004T230927Z
UID:4024-1634220000-1634223600@qnada.org.au
SUMMARY:Lifelong consequences of prenatal drug exposure
DESCRIPTION:Newborn drug withdrawal is often attributed to maternal opioids\, but many other drugs can cause serious problems in the newborn infant. The impact of prenatal substance exposure extends beyond the newborn period and may have serious long-term consequences on the infant until adulthood. \nEarly identification\, intervention and awareness of the potential problems caused by maternal drug exposure is vital to minimise the harm of prenatal drug exposure on infants. \nAbout the speaker \nJu Lee Oei is a neonatologist at the Royal Hospital for Women and a Conjoint Professor at the School of Women’s and Children’s Health. She is the lead clinician of the Chemical Use in Pregnancy Service team at Randwick and also the lead author of the Substance Use in Pregnancy and Parenting Guidelines for the NSW Ministry of Health. She is also chair of the Perinatal Substance Use in Pregnancy group of Australia and New Zealand.
URL:https://qnada.org.au/event/lifelong-consequences-of-prenatal-drug-exposure/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="National Drug and Alcohol Research Centre (NDARC)":MAILTO:NDARC.events@unsw.edu.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20211013T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20211013T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T082729
CREATED:20210720T040753Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210720T040753Z
UID:3844-1634119200-1634122800@qnada.org.au
SUMMARY:Untoxicated - Friendship\, Connection and Community Make Sobriety Easier
DESCRIPTION:Faye Lawrence had been a heavy but high functioning drinker since her teens – almost 30 years – before she wound up in inpatient detox in 2017.  Shortly afterwards she started Untoxicated (Booze-Free Fun and Friendship) which has grown to be a national charity and not-for-profit with almost 10\,000 members across Australia. Hear how Faye created new ways for people to socialise\, connect and have a good time without alcohol\, so that sobriety doesn’t have to ruin one’s social life. \nWith alcoholism on both sides of her family\, she had no clue how to do life without alcohol and had to learn how to navigate the world and manage her own life and emotions in entirely new ways. Armed with a sense of humour and playfulness and a determination not to let her sobriety ruin her social life\, Untoxicated was born.. A rebel at heart who hates being told what to do\, she felt driven to help smash the negative stereotypes around sobriety\, and the shame and stigma that exists around problematic alcohol use that often keeps people stuck there. Today\, Untoxicated is a national charity and not-for-profit with almost 10\,000 members across Australia\, and is run entirely by volunteers\, all of whom have lived experience. Faye’s professional background is in marketing\, communications & corporate affairs\, predominantly in the not for profit sector. She also holds a psychology degree\, graduating shortly after she got sober. A social butterfly and a bit of an idealist\, she believes in the power of community and compassion\, and a world where everyone belongs.
URL:https://qnada.org.au/event/untoxicated-friendship-connection-and-community-make-sobriety-easier/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211010
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211011
DTSTAMP:20260404T082729
CREATED:20211004T224259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211004T224334Z
UID:4017-1633824000-1633910399@qnada.org.au
SUMMARY:World Mental Health Day 2021
DESCRIPTION:World Mental Health Day (WMHD) is a day for global mental health education\, awareness and advocacy.  \nThe theme for WMHD 2021 in Australia is\, Look after your mental health\, Australia. \nMental Health Australia is funded to run a national awareness campaign in Australia for WMHD 2021.
URL:https://qnada.org.au/event/world-mental-health-day-2021/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20211009T150000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20211009T220000
DTSTAMP:20260404T082729
CREATED:20211004T224105Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211004T224105Z
UID:4013-1633791600-1633816800@qnada.org.au
SUMMARY:All of us Festival: Celebrating Mental Health Week
DESCRIPTION:This is a not-for-profit family friendly festive event to celebrated National Mental Health Week 2021. \nThis highly visible festival is being planned by a wide range of groups and individuals with links to many with mental health issues. Their experience will aid in restoring and building community connections and cohesiveness and reduce stigma associated with getting help for mental illness. The All of us Festival aims to enhance community quality of life through diversity and inclusion for all community members. \nThe event will feature: \n\nmulticultural dancing\, singers and bands\nfood stalls\nentertainment\ninformation on mental health services.\n\nTime: 3pm – 10pm (AEST) \nThis event is presented by the Dr Edward Koch Foundation\, Far North Qld Suicide Prevention Taskforce.
URL:https://qnada.org.au/event/all-of-us-festival-celebrating-mental-health-week/
LOCATION:Fogarty Park\, 42-50 Esplanade\, Cairns\, Queensland\, 4870\, Australia
ORGANIZER;CN="Dr Edward Koch Foundation%2C Far North Qld Suicide Prevention Taskforce":MAILTO:dulcie.bird@kochfoundation.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20211007T130000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20211007T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T082729
CREATED:20211004T223651Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211004T223651Z
UID:4011-1633611600-1633615200@qnada.org.au
SUMMARY:Mental Health Week with Jen Cullen
DESCRIPTION:In support and awareness of Mental Health Week (9-16 October 2021)\, nurse practitioner/mental health nurse Jen Cullen will present a webinar on this important topic. Mental health includes an individual’s emotional\, psychological and social wellbeing. It affects how they perform\, feel\, think and react. Mental health affects all ages and stages of life from children through to adulthood and there are many different diagnoses of mental health. Mental health is unique to everyone’s individual situations\, therefore everyone responds differently to mental health situations and requires different support mechanisms. \nThe webinar is on from 1pm to 2pm (ACST)\, and free. Registration is from the information page.
URL:https://qnada.org.au/event/mental-health-week-with-jen-cullen/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20211007T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20211008T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T082729
CREATED:20210720T031513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210720T031513Z
UID:3825-1633593600-1633712400@qnada.org.au
SUMMARY:2021 Indigenous Wellbeing Conference
DESCRIPTION:Description\nThe Indigenous Wellbeing Conference will provide delegates with information about the latest Indigenous-led\, grassroot programs and projects taking place around the nation and across the seas. Attendees will learn how to implement practical evidence-based research into their service\, and gain a greater understanding of Indigenous protocols\, practices\, and considerations. \nThe conference program will provide delegates with ideas for connecting with services\, communities and clients when distance is a challenge\, information about existing care gaps\, and strategies and practical solutions. The theme of the conference is Honouring Indigenous Voices and Wisdom: Balancing the System to Close the Gap. \nThe Australian and New Zealand Mental Health Association is proud to announce that Conference Scholarships are available to attend the Indigenous Wellbeing Conference. \nImportant dates: \n\nSuper early Emu registrations close: Friday 9 April 2021\nPresentation submissions close: Friday 18 June 2021\nEarly Emu virtual registrations close: Friday 30 August 2021.\n\nThe conference program will be available in July 2021.
URL:https://qnada.org.au/event/2021-indigenous-wellbeing-conference/
LOCATION:Pullman Cairns International\, Pullman Cairns International 17 Abbott Street\, Cairns\, Qld\, 4870\, Australia
ORGANIZER;CN="Australian and New Zealand Mental Health Commission":MAILTO:membership@anzmh.asn.au
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