Neurobiology of Trauma and Addictions
Date: April 20, 2023, 11:00am MST
Presenters: Dr. Carolyn Coker Ross, CEO of The Anchor Program
★ 1 CE through NAADAC
Research has shown how the brain is affected by trauma and insecure attachment, both of which impact neurobiology. There is a strong co-occurrence between eating disorders and substance use disorders that can be explained in part by common etiologic factors including trauma, attachment insecurity and trauma or adverse childhood experiences. Much has been learned in recent years regarding how the brain makes decisions and the interplay between various parts of the brain that result in unwanted behaviors. There are high rates of cross-addiction in people with substance use disorder. The element of cross-addiction speaks to the fact that for many individuals,
there may be common underlying etiological factors, including a family history of addiction, trauma, attachment disorders and major depression that promote the development and maintenance of both SUD and ED. This shared etiology and its' impact on the brain is the subject of this workshop
Compliance vs. Security: Why you Need Both to be HIPAA Compliant
Date: June 15, 2023, 11:00am MST
Presenters: Liam Degnan, Senior Sales Engineer at Compliancy Group
★ 1 CE through NAADAC
Since its inception, HIPAA has become an important part of an organization’s culture, affecting how business is conducted, and how a practice can be run. Throughout the years, HIPAA law has been modified, and as such, it is essential to keep up-to-date with the latest regulatory changes. In this course, you will learn the ins and outs of compliance and cybersecurity -- and why both are necessary for patient privacy and your practice's security. We will simplify HIPAA compliance, walking you through the full extent of the regulation, and provide you with actionable tips that you can implement within your practice today.
