American Academy of Addiction Psychiatry (AAAP)

Don’t miss out: Submissions for the 2025 Distinguished Trainee Program close on Monday, March 31st! ?? AAAP is happy to open submissions again for our new Distinguished Trainee Program, designed specifically for our trainee members who have shown remarkable dedication to addiction psychiatry. This honor is presented to those who have contributed significantly to AAAP and the broader addiction field, particularly in clinical practice, education, research, and administration. All participants must be current AAAP Members and fall under the category of trainee: ??MD/DO currently enrolled in an accredited residency or fellowship program ??Currently pursuing a degree in an accredited school as a health professional, such as a medical student, nurse, or PA Learn more and apply: https://bit.ly/3QseSGW Pictured is our first class of Distinguished Trainees from 2024: Patrick Low, Sean Lynch, MD and Alvaro Teixeira, MD!??? #AmericanAcademyofAddictionPsychiatry #Addiction #AddictionPsychiatry #DistinguishedTrainee

National Drug and Alcohol Facts Week? (NDAFW) brings together scientists, students, educators, healthcare providers, and community partners to help advance the science and address youth drug and alcohol use in communities and nationwide. It is also an important reminder that we must continue to prioritize access to education, support, and resources for young people struggling with mental health and substance use. AAAP offers a wide range of resources geared towards both clinical and family/patient audiences, including youth and adolescents. Discover on-demand webinars, downloadable guides, educational opportunities, and more from PCSS-MOUD: Educate, Train, Mentor, Opioid Response Network, and other partner organizations: https://bit.ly/3A6VESX The National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) #AmericanAcademyofAddictionPsychiatry #NDAFW #SubstanceUseDisorder

Join PCSS-MOUD: Educate, Train, Mentor and presenter Debbie Newman, PA-C, MPH for this month’s clinical roundtable, “The Importance of PAs in the Addiction Medicine Workforce,” on Friday, March 21, from 12:00-1:00 pm EST. At the conclusion of this activity, participants should be able to: ? Demonstrate an understanding of the SUD crisis in this country ? Understand the necessity of building the PA workforce around the treatment of SUD ? Encourage PA colleagues in every clinical specialty to promptly identify, evaluate, and treat this chronic disease to save lives Learn more and register: https://bit.ly/4bB7X8k #PCSSMOUD #AmericanAcademyofAddictionPsychiatry #AddictionMedicine #ClinicalRoundtable Funding for this initiative was made possible by cooperative agreement no. 1H79TI086770 from SAMHSA. The views expressed in written conference materials or publications and by speakers and moderators do not necessarily reflect the official policies of the Department of Health and Human Services; nor does mention of trade names, commercial practices, or organizations imply endorsement by the U.S. Government.

?? New Explainer Video on Use of Xylazine and Treatment and Care for Patients with Associated Wounds Take a little time to learn about the treatment and care for patients with wounds as a result of the use of xylazine. This new video was developed by the Columbia University Medical Center Department of Psychiatry Division on Substance Use Disorders (Columbia Psychiatry) in partnership with ORN to help address the occurrence of wounds in people who use drugs, especially due to xylazine adulteration of the drug supply. This video provides a background on xylazine, the basics of wound healing, information on successful community outreach programs and educational resources for treatment. Watch here: https://lnkd.in/eDz3JxdD If you are interested in free education and/or trainings on this topic, use the “Submit a Request” form at OpioidResponseNetwork.org. It's a simple form and within one business day we will be in touch to learn more about your needs. #ColumbiaPsychiatry #OpioidResponseNetwork #SubstanceUseDisorder #WoundCare

Every day, physicians, nurse practitioners, PAs, and more are gaining the tools they need to adequately provide the treatment their patients deserve. PCSS-MOUD: Educate, Train, Mentor’s free provider education is at the forefront of this increase in care, with more than 1 million clinicians receiving training to date. PCSS-MOUD (pcssnow.org), led by AAAP with a coalition of 16 national professional healthcare organizations, is equipping providers with the education and training needed to address the opioid and substance use epidemic. Together, we can make a difference in improving healthcare and outcomes in the prevention of those at risk and treatment for individuals with opioid use disorder (OUD). #AmericanAcademyofAddictionPsychiatry #PCSSMOUD #OpioidUseDisorder #Addiction

Prevention works and is an effective strategy to decrease substance use disorders. These efforts require collaboration across professional networks, as well as with local communities, coalitions and community-based organizations. With ORN, there’s no one-size-fits-all approach to education and training. Our team provides evidence-based, custom solutions meant to meet the needs of your specific community, all at no cost to you. Let us know your needs using the “Submit a Request” form at OpioidResponseNetwork.org. *Source: Highlights for the 2023 National Survey on Drug Use and Health, SAMHSA: https://bit.ly/41vVqzB #OpioidResponseNetwork #SubstanceUseDisorder #OpioidUseDisorder #RecoveryIsPossible

Treatment works. Recovery is possible. Alongside AAAP-led SAMHSA-funded grants PCSS-MOUD: Educate, Train, Mentor and Opioid Response Network, AAAP is committed to prioritizing access to education, support, and resources to reduce misuse and save lives. Together, this network of dedicated addiction psychiatrists, healthcare professionals, and specialists is improving the quality of care for people with substance use disorders nationwide. Learn more about these initiatives and how they are making a difference: https://bit.ly/4ia4tLY #AmericanAcademyofAddictionPsychiatry #PCSSMOUD #OpioidResponseNetwork #AddictionTreatment

Deadline extended to March 17! ?? Take advantage of an extra week to submit your symposium abstract for the 36th AAAP Annual Meeting and Scientific Symposium. Why present? ? Showcase the latest scientific advancements in Addiction Psychiatry ? Share insights on treating substance use disorders and co-occurring psychiatric conditions ? Be part of a dynamic, collaborative, and forward-thinking event that’s shaping the future of Addiction Psychiatry Submit your research and make an impact! View guidelines and instructions: https://bit.ly/41816jb #AmericanAcademyofAddictionPsychiatry #Addiction #AddictionPsychiatry #Symposium

The latest AAAP podcast episode is live! ??? We are excited to have a guest host, Smita Das, MD, PhD, MPH, a respected contributor to AAAP’s recent nicotine and tobacco Performance in Practice & Self-Assessment activity, to interview the authors of “Treating Addiction to Tobacco and Nicotine Products,” tobacco use disorder experts Dr. Jill M Williams and Dr. Jonathan Foulds. Join us as they bring you vast knowledge on tobacco use disorders and their treatment. ?? Listen now on SoundCloud: https://bit.ly/41lcgzS Like what you hear? Be sure to give us a follow and consider leaving a comment about what you liked most about this episode! #AmericanAcademyofAddictionPsychiatry #AddictionPsychiatry #Addiction #TobaccoUseDisorder?

SUD and mental health disorders are treatable illnesses and recovery is possible. If individuals get the help they need to achieve their recovery goals, they can lead healthier and more productive lives. ORN helps you help individuals with complex behavioral health needs, including SUD and co-occurring mental health disorders, all at no cost. Let us know your needs using the “Submit a Request” form at OpioidResponseNetwork.org. *Source: Highlights for the 2023 National Survey on Drug Use and Health, SAMHSA: https://bit.ly/41vVqzB #OpioidResponseNetwork #SubstanceUseDisorder #OpioidUseDisorder #MentalHealth