The Annual Massachusetts Department of Mental Health Research Centers of Excellence Conference is designed to foster learning and collaboration among DMH clients, family members, staff, and providers. It highlights the work of two research centers funded by DMH, focusing on community-engaged research and the involvement of individuals with lived experience in all phases of the research process. The conference includes keynote sessions, panel discussions, and opportunities for networking. The agenda covers topics such as innovative prevention strategies, the intersection of mental health and substance use, and the development of accessible therapy toolkits.
Mental Health Conferences
Annual Massachusetts Department of Mental Health Research Centers of Excellence Conference
The 2024 Annual Massachusetts Department of Mental Health Research Centers of Excellence Conference focuses on innovative prevention and treatment strategies for co-occurring mental health and substance use challenges. It is held in Massachusetts and emphasizes community-engaged research.
Conference Overview
Some quick details about this conference.
Time and Place
Maybe the most important details of the conference.
Conference Date: May 13, 2024
Location: UMass Chan Medical School
City/State: Shrewsbury, Massachusetts
Address: 222 Maple Ave., Chang Building, Shrewsbury, MA 01545
Event Format: in-person
Conference Organizer
This organization is hosting this conference.
UMass Chan Medical School Implementation Science & Practice Advances Research Center (iSPARC)
iSPARC focuses on advancing research and practice in the field of mental health, emphasizing community engagement and the involvement of individuals with lived experience.
Email: SPARC@umassmed.edu
Phone: 508-856-5498
Schedule and Agenda
It's important to know what is planned.
The conference includes a welcome session, opening remarks, and presentations on topics such as mental health and substance use challenges, peer support, and accessible therapy toolkits. Notable sessions include 'A Case Against Purity' by Eden Evins and 'Signs of Safety' by Melissa Anderson and Alex Wilkins.
Notable Speakers
These folks will be speaking at the conference.
Eden Evins, MD, MPH
Affiliated with MGH CoE, focuses on mental health and substance use challenges.
Lourah Kelly, PhD
Part of iSPARC, conducts research on co-occurring substance use disorders and suicide risk.
Randi Schuster, PhD
Affiliated with MGH CoE, works on secondary prevention of substance use.
Melissa Anderson, PhD
Part of iSPARC, develops therapy toolkits for trauma and addiction.
Alex Wilkins, PhD
Affiliated with DeafYES!, focuses on accessible therapy for trauma and addiction.
CEU Details
Here's information on Continuing Education Units (or CEUs).
CEUs for Psychology, RN, Social Work, OT, and LMHC were available.
Other Links and Information
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