American Academy of Addiction Psychiatry (AAAP)

The AAAP Program Fellowship Committee developed a helpful resource to help you search for loan repayment opportunities at the federal and state levels. Access here: https://bit.ly/3TasIj5 

If you know of an opportunity not listed, please let us know by emailing [email protected]. 

To learn how to advocate for the use of Opioid Settlement Funds to support Loan Repayment Programs, view AAAP and ’s webinar, “The Opioid Settlement Funds: How You Can Make a Difference”: https://bit.ly/4dEajDD

It’s National Su***de Prevention Week, a time to remember the lives lost to su***de, the millions who have struggled with suicidal thoughts, and the individuals, families, and communities that have been impacted.

Substance misuse is a risk factor for su***de, and people who use opioids are at an increased risk for suicidal thoughts and behaviors. We at AAAP are committed to transforming lives using evidence-based practices to continually improve clinical approaches and outcomes for patients. We must continue prioritizing access to education, support, and resources to reduce misuse and save lives.

Explore the topic of su***de prevention further, including population-specific resources:

➡️ PCSS-MOUD: Access webinars and other resources related to su***de prevention and intervention strategies: https://bit.ly/3XBod3I

➡️ : Learn about risk factors, warning signs, and action steps per demographic group, view national data and trends, access information on the , and more: https://bit.ly/4d0jUDJ

➡️ The Center of Excellence on LGBTQ+Behavioral Health Equity: “Equity Focused Su***de Prevention, Intervention, and Postvention Resources for LGBTQ+ Populations”: https://bit.ly/3XhGhhW

➡️ : “Latines and Su***de Prevention Resource Guide”: https://bit.ly/4cYjLQX

➡️ The African American Behavioral Health Center of Excellence: “Su***de Prevention, Intervention, and Postvention for African Americans: An Equity-focused Review of Resources”: https://bit.ly/3Tqn2Sb

➡️ E4 Center of Excellence for Behavioral Health Disparities in Aging: “Equity Focused Su***de Prevention Resources for Older Adults”: https://bit.ly/3Tn7DSH

➡️ AANHPI ‘Ohana Center of Excellence: “Su***de Prevention, Intervention, and Postvention Resource Tool for Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Communities”: https://bit.ly/4dVapH4

Together, we can all help prevent su***de.

Join AAAP and presenter Eric Garland, PhD, LCSW for this month’s Advanced Psychotherapy session, “Mindfulness-Oriented Recovery Enhancement: An Evidence-Based, Neuroscience-Informed Psychotherapeutic Approach for Addiction and Chronic Pain” on Wednesday, September 11, from 5:30-7:00 pm EST.

Dr. Garland will present the clinical approach and research evidence behind Mindfulness-Oriented Recovery Enhancement (MORE), an innovative, neuroscience-informed, evidence-based psychotherapy tested in over 12 randomized clinical trials funded by more than $70 million in federal research grants. Dr. Garland will describe how MORE simultaneously targets addictive behavior, emotion dysregulation, and chronic pain by integrating complementary aspects of mindfulness training, CBT, and positive psychology into a structured treatment designed to change brain reward system function. MORE has been shown to reduce opioid misuse by 45%, nearly tripling the effect of standard supportive group therapy.

Register: https://bit.ly/3Z1ldik

The latest AAAP podcast episode is live! 🎙️

Do you know how valuable & vulnerable you and your medical records are to cyber-attacks? Medical records and providers are prime targets for all kinds of exploits and extortion that put everyone at risk of significant financial and legal repercussions, and cybersecurity is more than just not opening a suspicious email. Join us in our podcast with cybersecurity expert Norma Krayem of Van Scoyoc Associates to learn more about cybersecurity in the medical field.

Listen now on SoundCloud: https://bit.ly/4cPy8af

Like what you hear? Be sure to give us a follow and consider leaving a comment about what you liked most about this episode!

🔔 Reminder: Register for the Advanced Addiction Psychopharmacology (AAP) Course by September 16 to save up to $60!

Our presenters can’t wait to kick off this year’s 𝙧𝙚𝙫𝙖𝙢𝙥𝙚𝙙 course, featuring exciting new topics like schizophrenia, PTSD, telehealth, pregnancy, adolescence, and concurrent medical illnesses. Join us on Saturday, October 5, and Sunday, October 6, and get ready to expand your understanding of these pharmacotherapies! 

Take advantage of the opportunity to earn 14 CME Credits while also saving up to $60. Register today: https://bit.ly/4fxsKuU

Time to remember. Time to act. On this International Overdose Awareness Day, AAAP and countless other policymakers, public health experts, advocates, and organizations reaffirm our commitment to combating the overdose epidemic.

Through the 2024 theme of “Together we can,” IOAD organizers are highlighting the strength of coming together and standing in support of those connected to the tragedy of overdose. We must continue to prioritize access to education, support, and resources to reduce misuse and save lives. 

Visit the PCSS-MOUD website to access modules, webinars, videos, and more related to overdose awareness: https://bit.ly/3yTd0C8

The CSAM-SMCA 2024 program is live! They’ve got fantastic keynotes lined up for you, along with dozens of groundbreaking and insightful speakers! Join them in Hamilton, Ontario this fall for the annual CSAM-SMCA Scientific Conference, featuring symposia, workshops and topic sessions on all aspects of addiction care. Register today! https://csamconference.org/registration-and-hotels/

Preparing for the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (ABPN) certification or recertification boards? Looking for quality content to hone your skills and add to your CME portfolio? We can help!

For the month of August, AAAP is offering a 50% discount* on the 2023 Self-Assessment Exam when you purchase AAAP’s 2024 Addictions and Their Treatment Course. 

Why Register?
📖 Comprehensive Learning: Gain insights from leading experts in the field of addiction
🏥 Practical Skills: Equip yourself with cutting-edge techniques for effective patient care
💲 Exclusive Savings: Enjoy a 50% discount on the 2023 Self-Assessment Exam, a perfect tool to test and expand your expertise
🌟 Earn up to 33.5 CME with the Addictions Course and an additional 10 CME/ABPN-MOC-2 credits with the Self-Assessment Exam

Act fast! ⏰ This special offer is available through 8/31/24. Register today and take the next step in your professional journey with AAAP: https://bit.ly/3Y5B9j2 

*Discount applied upon registration.

Have you seen the Annual Meeting symposia topics? As one of the most informative conferences on addictions in the country, this year’s symposia alone are worth the price of admission👇

▪️Psychedelic Therapy for Substance Use Disorders 
(Chairperson: Stephen Ross, MD; Presenters: Bertha Madras, PhD and Jack Henningfield, PhD)

▪️Contingency Management: Implementation of a Highly Effective Intervention for the Treatment of Stimulant Use Disorder 
(Chairperson: Larissa Mooney, MD; Presenters: Richard Rawson, PhD; Larissa Mooney, MD; Thomas Freese, PhD; and Michael McDonell, PhD)

▪️Addressing the Emerging Drug Threat of Fentanyl
(Chairperson: Adam Gordon, MD, MPH; Presenters: Joseph Liberto, MD; Adam Gordon, MD, MPH; Elizabeth Oliva, PhD; and Chelsea Shover, PhD)

▪️New Horizons in Addiction and the Law
(Chairperson: Laurence Westreich, MD; Presenters: Elie Aoun, MD; Debra Pinals, MD; and Laurence Westreich, MD)

▪️Mini-Symposium - What’s Your Kryptonite: How to Boost Your Super Powers
(Chairperson: Kathryn Cates-Wessel; Presenters: Frances Levin, MD; Kevin Sevarino, MD, PhD; and Ayana Jordan, MD, PhD)

The knowledge gained during the 2024 Annual Meeting and Scientific Symposium will help you be at the forefront of the diagnosis and treatment of substance use disorders and co-occurring psychiatric disorders. There is no better opportunity to network, learn, and grow as a professional in the field of addiction psychiatry. 

Be sure to book early, as this meeting will likely sell out (it did the last 2 years) ‼️ Register by 10/1 to secure the early bird rate: https://bit.ly/4eqHHyi

Join AAAP and presenter Kristine Burkman, PhD for this month’s Advanced Psychotherapy session, “Group Psychotherapy for Trauma Survivors,” on Wednesday, August 14, from 5:30-7:00 pm EST. 

This course will provide a brief overview about the history of group therapy, general practices, and the state of literature around the effectiveness of group psychotherapy as an intervention for trauma survivors. We will review the function, benefits, and risks associated with highly structured groups vs. more process-oriented groups. Common dynamics that arise in groups comprised of trauma survivors will be explored. We will also discuss essential group management skills that aid in establishing and maintaining group safety and effectiveness.

Register: https://bit.ly/4dBgDLQ

Join PCSS-MOUD for this month’s clinical roundtable, “Parental Loss and Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACE) as a Result of Opioid Overdoses in Indigenous Communities,” on Wednesday, August 14, from 12:00-1:00 pm EST.

In this clinical roundtable, PCSS-MOUD Lead Mentor Dr. Anthony Dekker will discuss how opioid overdoses amongst tribal populations have affected their families. This discussion is designed to promote interactivity through an informal round-table conversation. Attendees will be given the opportunity to speak directly with the presenter to ask questions and discuss issues.

Learn more and register: https://bit.ly/3AfEIt8

Don’t miss it: 14 CME Credits available! 📢

On Saturday, October 5, and Sunday, October 6, AAAP will host the 2-day Advanced Addiction Psychopharmacology (AAP) course, a series of live webinar discussions and Q&A sessions.

This intensive, 14-hour, online course is designed for physicians and other healthcare professionals who have a foundation in prescribing medication for patients with substance use disorders, including those with co-occurring psychiatric conditions, but would like a deeper understanding of these pharmacotherapies. Topics include:

📌 Justine Welsh, MD: Pharmacotherapy of Substance Use Disorders in Adolescents
📌 Constance Guille, MD: Pharmacotherapy of Substance Use Disorders in Pregnancy
📌 Edward Nunes, MD: Pharmacotherapy of Depressive and Anxiety Disorders with Co-Occurring Substance Use Disorders
📌 Frances Levin, MD: Pharmacotherapy of ADHD with Co-Occurring Substance Use Disorders
📌 Ismene Petrakis, MD: Pharmacotherapy of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder with Co-Occurring Substance Use Disorders
📌 Christina Brezing, MD: Telehealth Treatment of Substance Use Disorders
📌 John Mariani, MD: Pharmacotherapy of Bipolar Disorder and Schizophrenia with Co-Occurring Substance Use Disorders
📌 Kevin Sevarino, MD, PhD: Addiction Psychopharmacology of Substance Use Disorders with Concurrent Medical Illness

All course registrants are strongly encouraged to view all on-demand lectures prior to the live Webinar Q&A sessions on October 5th and October 6th.

Register by September 16 to lock in the early bird rate: https://bit.ly/4fxsKuU

Sponsorship opportunities available for the 2024 Annual Meeting and Scientific Symposium! 📢

As one of the most informative conferences on addictions in the country, AAAP’s Annual Meeting provides the latest scientific clinical innovations and emerging treatments for all healthcare professionals who treat patients with substance use disorders and co-occurring psychiatric disorders. There is no better opportunity to increase your organization’s visibility. 

Learn more about the available sponsorship opportunities and submit your application for review: https://bit.ly/3YqT9oj

The latest issue of The American Journal on Addictions is live! 📖

Did you know that each issue offers one free CME article for AAAP members? Access this month’s CME-eligible article, “A systematic review and meta-analysis of the relationship between heavy smoking and probability discounting,” directly from the AAAP Member Portal: https://bit.ly/4bfBrXK
 
Non-AAAP members can purchase instant access to the article here: https://bit.ly/3wgwDmk

One week left! 📣 Annual Meeting case conference submissions are due Thursday, August 1.

Be part of the 35th AAAP Annual Meeting and Scientific Symposium by presenting your research in front of hundreds of your colleagues Nov. 14 - 17, 2024 in Naples, FL.

Don’t miss it! View guidelines and instructions: https://bit.ly/3T78qpL

Join PCSS-MOUD for this month’s clinical roundtable, “Substance Use Disorder in Unhoused Populations,” this Friday, July 26, from 2:00 - 3:00 pm EST.

This will be a one-hour discussion with Debra Newman, PA-C, MPAS, MPH, Chris Brown, Peer Recovery Specialist, and Tor Nilsson, patient. They will talk about barriers to treatment, recovery options, and lived experience among unhoused populations with Substance Use Disorders.

Learn more and register: https://bit.ly/3YeMvBa

Register by August 16 to lock in the early bird rate and earn 33.5 CME Credits with the Addictions and Their Treatment (AATT) Virtual Course! 📣

Join us for a two-day live course that features expert presentations and interactive discussions on the latest advancements and trends in addiction. The course has 10 topics, each with a comprehensive 45-minute presentation followed by a 15-minute Q&A session. The live course will cover diverse topics relevant to addiction psychiatry and is particularly useful for those preparing for ABPN certification and recertification examinations. Topics include:

➤ Kevin Sevarino, MD, MPH: General Concepts and Epidemiology, Urine Drug Testing, and Neurobiology and Genetics
➤ Richard Ries, MD: Benzodiazepines: The Hidden Epidemic
➤ David Marcovitz, MD: Alcohol
➤ Jill Williams, MD: To***co and Ni****ne
➤ Petros Levounis, MD: Cannabis
➤ Steven Batki, MD: Stimulant-Related Disorder
➤ John Renner, MD: Review of Opioids and Treatment of Opioid Use Disorders
➤ Edward Nunes, MD: Psychosocial Treatments of the Addictions

Participants will also have access to an additional 15 on-demand sessions and a 100-question self-assessment exam to further enrich the learning experience.

Whether you’re early in your career or an experienced practitioner, the topics covered will enhance your understanding of addictions and their treatment. Don’t miss it!

Learn more and register: https://bit.ly/3Y5B9j2

Registration for the 35th AAAP Annual Meeting and Scientific Symposium is OPEN! 🙌

Join us at the Naples Grande Beach Resort, in Naples, FL, Nov. 14-17, for four jam-packed days to learn about the latest scientific developments in the field of addictions, network with your colleagues, and participate in skill-building workshops. The knowledge gained during the meeting will help you be at the forefront of the diagnosis and treatment of substance use disorders and co-occurring psychiatric disorders.

Visit our event page to register (early bird rate ends 10/1), book a room under the AAAP room rate, view the schedule, and more: https://bit.ly/4eqHHyi

DON’T MISS IT: Annual Meeting poster submissions are due Monday, July 22! ⏰

Be part of the 35th AAAP Annual Meeting and Scientific Symposium by presenting your research in front of hundreds of your colleagues Nov. 14 - 17, 2024 in Naples, FL.

If you haven’t submitted yet, here’s your sign! View guidelines and instructions here: https://bit.ly/3T78qpL

Applications are OPEN for the 2024/2025 Addiction Psychiatry Fellowship Class! 📣

Wondering where to start? Check out these resources to guide you through the application process: 

🎧 Listen to the AAAP podcast episode featuring Dr. Alexis Ritvo for pointers on shaping up your application and finding the program that’s right for you: https://bit.ly/4cFMOKd 

🖥️ Watch the AAAP and webinar featuring a panel of Fellowship Program Directors for a discussion of the application process, career paths and specialties, and International Medical Graduate resources: https://bit.ly/45V53bs 

📖 Review the Program Lookbook to learn more about many of the participating programs: https://bit.ly/4bA7qBN 

Ready to apply? Visit the AAAP website to learn more about the application process and how to get in touch with any questions: https://bit.ly/4aERLRF

Recent government data indicate that almost 50 million people aged 12 and older had a substance use disorder in 2022. The need for skilled and caring addiction psychiatrists has never been greater. Is this field for you?

Drs. Michael Dawes and John Renner discuss the wide variety of career paths and opportunities that make addiction psychiatry rewarding. Read more in ’s Psychiatric News: https://bit.ly/4cqdnC8 

Ready to apply? ✍️ Applicants may begin submitting applications through ERAS on July 3, 2024. Visit the AAAP website to learn more about the application process and how to get in touch with any questions: https://bit.ly/4aERLRF

Join PCSS-MOUD and presenter Philip Rutherford of for the clinical roundtable “Stigma and Barriers for Recovery in the Black Community and Resources for Providers” this Wednesday, June 26, from 12:00 - 1:00 pm EST.

This clinical roundtable will be a one-hour discussion on the background and scope of opioid use disorders in Black Americans as well as recommendations for how to overcome treatment barriers.

Learn more and register: https://bit.ly/3RHivKt

The deadline to submit your application for the Early Career Research Award and Sheldon Miller Early Career Award has been extended to June 26 ‼️ 

⭐️ Early Career Research Award: Given to residents, fellows, or early-career psychiatrists. Awardees are chosen based on the quality of original research in the field of substance use disorders and co-occurring psychiatric disorders. 

⭐️ Sheldon Miller Early Career Award: Given to rising PGY3s residents nominated by a residency director who is enrolled in programs related to the treatment of substance use disorders and co-occurring psychiatric disorders. 

Don’t miss this opportunity! Learn about both awards and guidelines for applying: https://bit.ly/4eqHHyi

is accepting applications for three additional Fellows for the 2024-2025 program to train fellows from racial and ethnic minoritized backgrounds in either Addiction Psychiatry or Addiction Medicine. The 2024-25 cohort begins July 1st, 2024 and the program offers fellowship funding maximum up to $104,000.

Fellows must have protected time to participate in 12 monthly one-hour webinars, 12 monthly one-hour provider wellness sessions, and career mentorship throughout the academic year. Scholars are also required to participate in a mentored scholarly project, to attend at least one addiction conference during their year in the program, and to attend the 3-day mandatory welcome workshop (expenses paid), occurring in Puerto Rico from July 25-28, 2024. Email [email protected] with questions.

Today, the American Academy of Addiction Psychiatry observes Juneteenth, which commemorates the effective end of slavery in the U.S. We also acknowledge the ongoing work in Black Communities that is essential to dismantling ongoing health disparities and inequities to “ensure that every individual has the opportunity to be as healthy as possible” (SAMHSA, 2023). 
 
In 2019-2020, overdose rates in Black and Indigenous populations exceeded that of white populations and that trend continues. Two recent Presidential Executive Orders, 13985 and 14901 reinforce the need to advance racial equity and support for underserved communities across all our substance use prevention, treatment, harm reduction, and recovery programs and services. AAAP strives to be more intentional in both outreach and engagement with Black communities. 

“𝑇ℎ𝑒 𝐴𝑚𝑒𝑟𝑖𝑐𝑎𝑛 𝐴𝑐𝑎𝑑𝑒𝑚𝑦 𝑜𝑓 𝐴𝑑𝑑𝑖𝑐𝑡𝑖𝑜𝑛 𝑃𝑠𝑦𝑐ℎ𝑖𝑎𝑡𝑟𝑦 𝑖𝑠 𝑐𝑜𝑚𝑚𝑖𝑡𝑡𝑒𝑑 𝑡𝑜 𝑟𝑒𝑚𝑜𝑣𝑖𝑛𝑔 𝑠𝑦𝑠𝑡𝑒𝑚𝑖𝑐 𝑏𝑎𝑟𝑟𝑖𝑒𝑟𝑠 𝑓𝑎𝑐𝑖𝑛𝑔 𝐵𝑙𝑎𝑐𝑘 𝑐𝑜𝑚𝑚𝑢𝑛𝑖𝑡𝑖𝑒𝑠 𝑡ℎ𝑎𝑡 𝑓𝑢𝑒𝑙 ℎ𝑒𝑎𝑙𝑡ℎ 𝑑𝑖𝑠𝑝𝑎𝑟𝑖𝑡𝑖𝑒𝑠 𝑖𝑛 𝑚𝑒𝑛𝑡𝑎𝑙 ℎ𝑒𝑎𝑙𝑡ℎ 𝑎𝑛𝑑 𝑠𝑢𝑏𝑠𝑡𝑎𝑛𝑐𝑒 𝑢𝑠𝑒 𝑑𝑖𝑠𝑜𝑟𝑑𝑒𝑟𝑠’ 𝑠𝑦𝑠𝑡𝑒𝑚𝑠. 𝐴𝐴𝐴𝑃 𝑎𝑠𝑝𝑖𝑟𝑒𝑠 𝑡𝑜 𝑐𝑟𝑒𝑎𝑡𝑒 𝑎 𝑚𝑜𝑟𝑒 𝑒𝑞𝑢𝑖𝑡𝑎𝑏𝑙𝑒 𝑎𝑛𝑑 𝑖𝑛𝑐𝑙𝑢𝑠𝑖𝑣𝑒 𝑓𝑢𝑡𝑢𝑟𝑒 𝑓𝑜𝑟 𝑎𝑙𝑙.”

The latest AAAP podcast episode is live! 🎙️

While harm reduction is widely recognized as an essential concept in addiction treatment, providers may encounter challenges stemming from misconceptions, stigma, or a scarcity of educational resources when endeavoring to implement changes in their practice. We are pleased to welcome , Assistant Professor of Medicine at Yale University School of Medicine and author of “Getting Wrecked: Women, Incarceration, and the American Opioid Crisis,” to discuss harm reduction both in theory and in practice.

Listen now on SoundCloud: https://bit.ly/3yzujHK 

Like what you hear? Be sure to give us a follow and consider leaving a comment about what you liked most about this episode!

The LGBTQ+ community faces a disproportionate amount of stress, stigma, and discrimination that makes it 3x more likely for people within the community to misuse opioids or develop an opioid use disorder than the general population. Sexuality and gender identity-related stress, combined with socioeconomic and race/ethnicity factors, contribute to elevated levels of mental illness, substance use, and substance use disorder.

Get involved this Pride Month: 

💚 Expand your understanding of providing culturally informed care for the LGBTQ+ community with ’s national survey reports, behavioral health resources, and more: https://bit.ly/3V6GYcV 

💜 Register for ’s 6/13 webinar, “Mental Health and SUD: Working with LGBTQ+ Individuals”: https://bit.ly/3V9gffJ 

💙 Join the AAAP Sexual and Gender Diversity (LGBTQ+) Special Interest Group: https://bit.ly/4c3iN63 

AAAP stands in solidarity with our LGBTQ+ employees, colleagues in the medical field, and the LGBTQ+ community 🏳️‍🌈

Join PCSS-MOUD for the live webinar “Mental Health and SUD: Working with LGBTQ+ Individuals” on Thursday, June 13, from 12:00-1:00 pm ET. 

This presentation will review two specific interventions clinicians can use to create a welcoming environment for LGBTQ+ patients; three mental health and substance use challenges that are unique to the LGBTQ+ community; ways in which one’s sexual orientation and gender identity/expression may affect a patient’s treatment/recovery from substance use disorders (SUD), like opioid use disorder (OUD); and discuss culturally informed and culturally sensitive counseling for LGBTQ+ individuals. 

Learn more and register: https://bit.ly/3V9gffJ

Join AAAP and presenter Lois W. Choi-Kain, MEd, MD for this month’s Advanced Psychotherapy session, “Good Psychiatric Management for Borderline Personality Disorder and Alcohol Use Disorder (GPM-AUD),” on Wednesday, June 12, from 5:30-7:00 pm EST. 

This presentation will provide an overview of key BPD facts for any clinician who might encounter patients with the disorder and will introduce basic principles of GPM and GPM-AUD to equip participants to provide evidence-based, generalist treatment for patients with co-occurring BPD and AUD.

Learn more and register: https://bit.ly/4aJapaB

Heads up! 📢 Annual Meeting paper submissions are due Wednesday, June 12! 

Paper Sessions offer an opportunity to briefly present research findings and/or data on clinical experiences. These presentations are 8 minutes, followed by a 2–3 minute question and answer period. 

Be part of the American Academy of Addiction Psychiatry’s 35th Annual Meeting and Scientific Symposium by presenting your research in front of hundreds of your colleagues Nov. 14 - 17, 2024, in Naples, FL.

Don’t miss it! View guidelines and instructions for submitting here: https://bit.ly/3Jmu1q4