Columbus, GA

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Dianne Gay 
Talbott Recovery 
dianne.gay@uhsinc.com 
678-251-3162 or 678-232-3402

When

Friday May 15, 2015 from 9:30 AM to 12:45 PM EDT

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CE Credits:

Application has been made for 3 hours in Area IV for psychologists, 3 Core hours for LCSW, LMFT, LPC, and CAC in accordance with the guidelines established by the Georgia Composite Board.

Though not approved by other agencies, physicians, nurse practitioners, and others may be able to apply these education credits under other areas of their licensing board requirements. Please check with your specific board's guidelines.

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Talbott Recovery-Columbus 
1200 Brookstone Centre Pkwy, Ste 210
Columbus, GA 31904 

 
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Talbott Recovery CE Seminar - May 15, 2015

9:30 a.m. - 12:45 p.m.

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 Working With Young Adults and Their Families

   Michael L. Fishman, M.D.

During this workshop, the presenter will discuss the important of family therapy in treatment of the young adult. The differences between 30 day and 90 day treatment programs and why the longer length of stay is important for young adults will be discussed. The presenter will also discuss the differences between buprenorphine based medications vs. naltrexone based medications.

Experts in addiction treatment generally recognize that young adults have more difficulty achieving sobriety than their adult counterparts. Some of the age-specific challenges have been identified in recent studies which indicate that young adults with addictive disorders are seldom addicted to just one substance or behavior. Additionally, they are experiencing significant life changes and are subject to intense peer pressure. This workshop will explore the many reasons why treatment for young adults (age 18-25) should address these difficulties and be tailored to the therapeutic needs of young adult patients, as they are learning to navigate their constantly changing social environment.

Learning Objectives:

  • Participants will be able to describe the difference tetween a 30 day and a 90 day treatment program for young adults.
  • Participants will be able to discuss the differences between buprenorphine based medications vs. naltrexone based medications.
  • Participants will be able to explain the importance of family therapy in treatment of the young adult.

 

Fishman, MichaelAbout Our Presenter

Michael L. Fishman, M.D., Talbott Recovery Young Adult Program Director

Dr. Fishman joined Talbott Recovery as Director of the Young Adult Program in 2006. He is a nationally recognized leader in the treatment of young adults suffering from addictive diseases. He specializes in addiction medicine and the treatment of nicotine dependence. After graduating magna cum laude in biology from the University of Georgia, Dr. Fishman received his medical degree from the Medical College of Georgia where he also did an internship and residency training. A member of the Phi Beta Kappa, Phi Kappa Phi Scholastic Fraternities and the Golden Key National and Alpha Epsilon Delta premedical honor societies.
Certifications: Diplomat of the National Board of Medical Examiners, July 1, 1987; American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM), 2004 (cert. 006316); Board Certified in Addiction Medicine

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Contact: Dianne Gay at dianne.gay@uhsinc.com or (678) 251-3162.

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