7995-EA ORN Training – Adolescent Substance Use Disorder 101-Recording

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This video transcript features a training session by the Opioid Response Network, focusing on substance use disorders. Emily Mossberg introduces the Opioid Response Network's work, which aims to combat the opioid crisis by offering free training and technical assistance supported by SAMHSA. The session marks the first in a three-part collaboration with Boston Children's Hospital, covering substance use disorder basics, brain addiction mechanisms, and opioid use treatments for youths.<br /><br />Dr. Carlos Llanes presents the session, exploring the distinctions between substance use disorder and addiction, the big three substances (alcohol, cannabis, nicotine), and the rise of fentanyl-related overdose deaths. He highlights the neurological risks of early substance use, the industry’s marketing strategies targeting youth, and the dangers of mislabeled synthetic drugs. The session also covers the effects of stimulants and hallucinogens, while emphasizing harm reduction and education for substance use prevention.<br /><br />Audience members, involved with youth and adolescent services, engage by asking specific questions about emerging substances like galaxy gas, inhalants, and blues (fentanyl-laced pills). The training stresses tailoring interventions and language sensitivity to improve support for affected individuals.

Keywords

Opioid Response Network

substance use disorders

Emily Mossberg

SAMHSA

Dr. Carlos Llanes

fentanyl

harm reduction

youth interventions

substance use prevention