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The Moment of Change: Intervention Approaches for Professionals

Wednesday, September 16th, 2009

Moment of ChangeThe next dual diagnosis conference, The Moment of Change, will address intervention and addiction issues.

The next dual diagnosis conference will focus on the hot topic of intervention. Join us at The Breakers in Palm Beach, Florida from Sept. 28-30 for “The Moment of Change: Intervention Approaches for Professionals,” hosted by Foundations Recovery Network and Southworth Associates.

With nearly 50 expert speakers and dozens of exhibitors, there will be something for everyone. Issues to be covered in detail include intervention, disease concepts, family participation and practical business considerations. In addition to acquiring in-depth information about the process of intervention for addiction and mental illness, conference participants have the opportunity to receive up to 18 hours of continuing education credits.
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The Oscars & Addiction

Tuesday, February 24th, 2009

Rachel Getting MarriedActress Anne Hathaway’s polished red carpet look for the recent Academy Awards was a far cry from the tearful, troubled recovering addict she portrayed in the film Rachel Getting Married. The role won her a Best Actress nod and brought the issue of addiction to the big screen once again.

Rachel isn’t the first film to shed light on substance abuse, treatment and recovery, though. Trainspotting, When a Man Loves a Woman, The Basketball Diaries, Leaving Las Vegas and a host of other critically-acclaimed movies have explored the complex topic of substance abuse and the devastation it visits not just on those who are addicted but everyone around them.

Rachel Getting Married

This recent film differs from some that have gone before by focusing primarily on the after-effects of addiction as Hathaway’s character tries to find a new role within her family after being released from residential treatment. (more…)

Addiction’s Top Professionals Speak at Las Vegas Conference

Tuesday, February 24th, 2009

Process Addictions LogoFoundations Recovery Network (FRN) brings the next dual diagnosis conference to The Palms in Las Vegas, Nev., April 22-24, 2009. “Process Addictions: Approaches for Professionals” offers up to 18 hours Continuing Education Certification and the opportunity to network with the industry’s top professionals.

Participants at this conference will gain in-depth information about process addictions and mental health treatment while also being updated on the field’s advances over the last five years. Attendees will include professionals in the field of addiction such as chemical drug and mental health counselors, psychiatrists, psychologists, interventionists, and social workers.
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