The Council on Substance Abuse-NCADD (COSA-NCADD) will host a one-day symposium discussing health disparities that impact the quality of life among African American males. Speakers will provide research-based presentations on health disparities related to alcohol and substance abuse, mental illness and HIV/AIDS.
CEs and contact hours will be available. COSA-NCADD is an approved CE provider by the Alabama State Board of Social Work Examiners and National Association for Alcoholism and Drug Abuse Counselors (NAADAC).
Sessions (tentative):
Suicide Occurrence Among the Adolescent Population
Identifying Other Behavioral Health Issues Among Individuals with HIV/AIDS
Correlation Between Wealth and Education Attainment and Increased Risks for Behavioral Health and Chronic Conditions
Addressing Mental Health Needs: Perspectives from African Americans Living in the Rural South
The Impact of Stigma and Substance Abuse Treatment and Recovery Services
Documentary and Discussion- “Walking While Black: L.O.V.E. Is The Answer
Registration: $25 (includes CEs or contact hours, lunch and handouts)
Please register here: Symposium: Addressing Health Disparities Among African-American Males