SAMHSA describes individual trauma as an event or circumstance resulting in physical harm, emotional harm, and/or life-threatening harm. The impact of trauma can be subtle, treacherous, or outright damaging. It is important to develop and implement treatment services that effectively address the post-traumatic symptoms while successfully managing the risk of triggering individuals into episodes of mental illness symptoms or substance misuse relapse. Providers need to understand how trauma can affect treatment, engagement, and the outcome of behavioral health services. The goal of this summit is to address trauma as an increasingly important part of effective behavioral health care and advance access to evidence-based services for all Alabamians.
After attending this training, participants will be able to:
- Interpret the patient experience at a deeper level.
- Prioritize the necessary and positive impact of compassionate care.
- Describe the emerging clinical and research findings in maltreated children that suggest the negative impact of abuse, neglect, and trauma on brain development.
- Explain the key principles of neurodevelopment crucial for understanding the role of experience in defining functional and physical organization of the brain.
- Discuss the body of research evidence that supports the understanding that Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACES) are associated with a wide variety of adverse health outcomes, and list some of those outcomes.
- Discuss the evidence that points to specifically elevated risk for development of substance use disorder with respect to alcohol, tobacco/nicotine, and prescription medications in people with elevated ACES scores.
- Identify the common types of trauma.
- Examine the prevalence of trauma in our society.
- Explore routes to trauma-informed service.
November 7, 2023
The Wynfrey Hotel, Birmingham, AL
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Who Should Attend:
Physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, registered nurses, social workers, counselors, first responders, office of courts, law enforcement, peer support specialists, and any professional interested in gaining knowledge on treatment of trauma, trauma-informed care, and solutions to achieve a healthier Alabama.
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Summit Speakers
Elizabeth Smart is an advocate for change related to child abduction, recovery programs, and National legislation. She is also a mother, author and survivor.
Sarah Vinson, M.D. specializes in forensic psychiatry. She provides mental health care services through her private practice and is an Associate Clinical Professor of Psychiatry and Pediatrics at Morehouse School of Medicine.
Stephen Taylor, M.D., MPH, DFAPA, DFASAM life’s work has been to help adolescents and adults avoid or overcome addiction disorders and co-occurring general psychiatric disorders.
Allison Massari has an intimate understanding of the demands and challenges of the medical profession, and compelling authority to address the current needs of the healthcare industry.
Troy Love, MSW is the Clinical Director of Yuma Counseling Services and is dedicated to helping people achieve greater peace, joy, and love in their lives.
Continuing Education
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Accreditation Statements
This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the Medical Association of the State of Alabama through the joint providership of the Medical Foundation of Alabama and VitAL. The Medical Foundation of Alabama is accredited by the Medical Association of the State of Alabama to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
In support of improving patient care, this activity has been planned and implemented by The University of Alabama VitAL and USA’s College of Medicine Office of CME is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team. Provider Number: 4008198
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Credit Designation Statements
CME: The Medical Foundation of Alabama designates this live activity for a maximum of 6 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
JA – This activity was planned by and for the healthcare team, and learners will receive 6.0 Interprofessional Continuing Education credits for learning and change.
ANCC – This program has been reviewed and is acceptable for up to 6.0 nursing contact hours.
APA – Continuing Education (CE) credits for psychologists are provided through the co-sponsorship of the American Psychological Association (APA) Office of Continuing Education in Psychology (CEP). The APA CEP Office maintains responsibility for the content of the programs.
AAPA – University of South Alabama Office of CME has been authorized by the American Academy of PAs (AAPA) to award AAPA Category 1 CME credit for activities planned in accordance with AAPA CME Criteria. This activity is designated for 6.0 AAPA Category 1 CME credits. PAs should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation.
ACPE – This course has been approved for 6.0 hours of pharmacy continuing education credit. The approval number issued is: UAN JA4008198-9999-23-013-L99-P.
BOC – The University of South Alabama College of Medicine (BOC AP# P4008198) is approved by the Board of Certification, Inc. to provide continuing education to Athletic Trainers (ATs). This program is eligible for a maximum of 6.0 Category A hours/CEUs. ATs should claim only those hours actually spent in the educational program.
CDR – Completion of this RD/DTR profession-specific or IPCE activity awards CPEUs (One IPCE credit=One CPEU). If the activity is dietetics-related but not targeted to RDs or DTRs, CPEUs may be claimed which are commensurate with participation in contact hours (One 60 minute hour=1 CPEU). RDs and DTRs are to select activity type 102 in their Activity Log. Sphere and Competency selection is at the learner’s discretion.
NBCC – USA Office of CME has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 7261. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. USA Office of CME is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.
ASBSWE – USA Office of CME has been approved to provide social work credit through the Alabama State Board of Social Work Examiners. This activity provide 6.0 credit hours. Provider No. 0465
Law Enforcement & Pardons and Parole: This training can be used for APOST (Alabama Peace Officers Standards & Training Commission) credits if approved by your agency head. This training offers 6.0 APOST credits.
Disclosures – In compliance with JA Accreditation Criteria and the ACCME Standards for Integrity and Independence we ensure that anyone in a position to affect or control the content of the educational activity has disclosed all relevant financial relationships with any commercial interest. All reported conflicts are managed by a designated official to ensure a bias-free presentation. All those affiliated, have an effect, or control the content, implementation, or evaluation of this activity have nothing to disclose except Sarah Vinson, MD disclosed a relevant financial relationship with the following organization/company: Lorio Forensics & Social (In)Justice and Mental Health as a co-author.
ADA Statement – Participants requiring special accommodations or with dietary restrictions should contact Melissa Duggan (melissa.duggan@ua.edu) two weeks prior to the date of activity.
Alabama Trauma Summit Sponsors
