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April 7-8, 2011

Problem Gambling Core Level Training Part II

ODMHSAS Training Center

OKC, OK 73107

Event Information

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April 8, 2011

Methadone Myths and Facts

Southern Oklahoma Technology Center

Ardmore, OK

Event Information

Online Registration

 

April 18-19, 2011

ASI

ODMHSAS Training Center

OKC, OK

Event Information

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April 20, 2011

Mindfulness Training for Clinical Intervention and Self-Care

High Plains Tech Center

Woodward, OK

Event Information

Online Registration

 

April 25, 2011

The Revised Second Edition ASAM

ODMHSAS Training Center

OKC, OK

Event Information

Online Registration

 

May 5-6, 2011

ASIST

ODMHSAS Training Center

OKC, OK 73107

Event Information 

 

May 6, 2011

Methadone Myths and Facts

Indian Capital Tech Center

Event Information

Online Registration

 

May 13, 2011

Connection and Balance: Necessities for Recovery of Problem Gambling

Tulsa Technology Center

Tulsa, OK

Event Information

Online Registration

 

May 17-18, 2011

ASI

Tulsa Technology Center

Tulsa, OK 74106

Event Information

Online Registration

 

 

Alternative Sentencing Programs Show Growing Success In Oklahoma

The Daily Oklahoman

 

Oklahoma Prosecutors Embrace Alternative Sentencing

The Tulsa World

 

Women in Recovery Program Graduates 12 At Oklahoma State Capitol

The Daily Oklahoman

 

Study: Oklahoma's Low Parole Rate Costing Taxpayers

The Tulsa World

 

‘The Next Right Thing:’ Women in Recovery Graduates Tell Their Stories

The Journal Record

 

A Reporter At Large: The Poverty Clinic

The New Yorker

 

 

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Commissioner White Talks ‘Smart on Crime’

Commissioner White featured on Flash Point

 

ODMHSAS Commissioner Terri White spoke about collaborative efforts to more effectively help those incarcerated for non-violent crimes, as well as save millions in Oklahoma taxpayer dollars. Watch interview segments 2 and 3:

 

News Channel 4 Flash Point: April 3, 2011

 

 

Championing Those Whose Voices Make a Difference For Behavioral Health

SAMHSA accepting nominations for 2011 “Voice Awards”

 

Join the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) in recognizing consumer/peer leaders and TV and film professionals who have given a voice to individuals with behavioral health problems (mental health and/or addiction issues). This year, SAMHSA is putting special emphasis on the impact of trauma and the significant effects it can have on individuals, families and friends, communities, and our nation. Consideration is being given to consumer/peer leaders who have successfully advocated for the rights of trauma survivors and promoted the importance of trauma-informed care. Additional consideration is also being given to TV and film productions that accurately and respectfully portray the experience of trauma, healing, and recovery. If you know someone you would like to nominate or for more information, click here.

 

 

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Oklahoma Public Health Association 2011 Annual Conference

The Yellow Brick Road to Healthy Communities and Schools

 

The OPHA 2011 Annual Conference will be on April 20-21 at the Embassy Suites Hotel and Conference Center in Norman. This year’s conference will provide opportunities to learn and collaborate with colleagues as well as: identify best practices in building health communities and schools, develop skills to enhance policy building for healthy families, recognize the importance of relationships with community partners, and create strategies to identify health disparity issues in communities and schools. For more information on the conference or to register, click here.

 

The 2nd National Prescription Drug Take Back Day

“Drop off” event slated April 30

 

On Saturday, April 30, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. local time, the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) and its community partners will hold the second National Prescription Drug Take Back Day at sites throughout the United States.  This will be an opportunity for the public to prevent pill abuse and theft by ridding their homes of potentially dangerous expired, unused, and unwanted prescription drugs for safe disposal.  Long-term care facilities are also invited to participate in the National Take Back Day.  The service is free and anonymous, no questions asked. This initiative addresses a vital public safety and public health issue.  To locate a drop location, click here.

 

 

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The Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services

1200 NE 13th Street, PO Box 53277

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma  73152-3277

405.522.3908

 

Published by the ODMHSAS Communications Division