Classroom Course » Bisexual Women and Substance Misuse (Zoom)

Dates & Times:
April 27, Wednesday 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Hosted By:
DBH Training Institute

Registration is Closed

Description:
Though LGBTQ people in general report higher rates of substance use, bisexual women are particularly vulnerable to substance use disorders. Studies have consistently shown bisexual women at the highest risk among sexual and gender minority groups, including significantly higher rates of alcohol, tobacco, marijuana, opioid misuse and binge drinking than lesbians or heterosexual women. Studies have looked at the constellation of pressures that may contribute to this alarming disparity, including higher rates of sexual trauma, poverty, and discrimination coming from both heterosexual and LGBTQ communities. 

This webinar will describe the scope of bisexual women's substance use, what factors may contribute to drug and alcohol dependence, and ways prevention workers can support bisexual women who are dealing with substance misuse in their lives.
Objective:

  1. Describe the scope of substance use among bisexual women
  2. Explore the unique challenges many bisexual women face which may contribute to elevated rates of substance use disorders within the population
  3. Identify intervention strategies to support bisexual women who wish to address substance use in their lives.
Intended Audience:
Health and human service workers including clinicians, case managers, peer counselors, outreach workers, and support staff. 
Session Notes:
This training is in partnership with the Central East PTTC and will be held as a live webinar on Zoom. The Central East PTTC is managed by The Danya Institute. Zoom login information will be sent, from the Danya Institute, to all registered participants at least one day in advance of the training.

If you are having issues accessing the training at the event's start, please email webinars@danyainstitute.org to receive assistance.
Venue:
Zoom
Certificates:
DBH Training Institute Certificate details
Social Work/Counseling CEU Certificate details
Presenters:
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