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November 29, 2023 | View Online | Psychiatric News

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Overdose Deaths During Pregnancy, Postpartum Period Rose From 2018 to 2021

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November 30, 3 p.m. ET: Two Decades of Shared Decision-Making in Mental Health: Achievements, Challenges, and Path Forward

The primary goal of shared decision-making is to involve individuals with serious mental illness in decisions related to their treatment and recovery, ensuring that their preferences, values, and goals are considered. This webinar is sponsored by SMI Adviser, APA’s free service that offers resources and answers from a national network of experts.

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December 1, Noon ET: Navigating the Complexities of Opioid Use Disorder in Aging Adults

This one-hour SMI Adviser webinar will explore the impact of the opioid epidemic on older adults, the most common psychiatric comorbidities that impact older adults with opioid use disorder, and more.

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December 2, 10 a.m. ET: Stress and Resilience in Training and Practice

This virtual resident-fellow member (RFM) event, presented by APA’s Area 4 Council Assembly, will include presentations on such topics as personal psychotherapy for (RFMs) and early-career psychiatrists, stress reduction, and more.

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December 7, 7 p.m. ET: The Unequal Impact of the Opioid Epidemic in the African American Community

Studies show that African Americans are being hit particularly hard by the opioid crisis. This webinar, hosted by APA’s Division of Diversity and Health Equity, will explore how psychiatrists can help to mitigate the devastating effects of this crisis.

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December 14, Noon ET: Eating Disorders: Early Diagnosis for Better Prognosis

Early recognition of eating disorders is crucial to reduce medical complications and implement effective treatment. This webinar will explore several tools to assist with identifying and treating individuals with eating disorders. APA Practice Guidelines staff will answer questions about these tools.

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