2025 Spring Registration Brochure

6 NJAMHAA's Spring Conference 2025 Morning Session DAY 1 | APRIL 8, 2025 COURSE DESCRIPTION: This cutting-edge course will explore the emerging role of GLP-1 agonists in the treatment of addiction, offering a deep dive into the science behind these novel medications and their potential to reshape addiction recovery strategies. Historically used for managing type 2 diabetes and obesity, GLP-1 agonists are now showing promise in modulating the brain’s reward pathways, making them a compelling tool in the fight against substance use disorders. Prepare to explore the intersection of metabolic science and addiction therapy—where new solutions are just a GLP-1 agonist away! Learning Objectives: At the end of this session, attendees will be able to: 1. Define the neurobiological mechanisms of addiction and how GLP-1 agonists impact the brain’s reward system. 2. List the clinical evidence supporting the use of GLP-1 agonists for addiction, with a focus on their effects on cravings, impulsivity, and relapse prevention. 3. Describe the real-world applications through case studies and treatment models integrating GLP-1 agonists. Target Audience: Practitioners in Addiction Medicine Audience Target Levels: Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced Steven Klein, MD, PhD Addiction Medicine Fellow Caron Treatment Centers Number and Type of Credits: Clinical Breaking the Cycle - GLP-1 Agonists as Game Changers in Addiction Treatment, Course #6187, is approved by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB). Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program to be offered by the New Jersey Association of Mental Health and Addiction Agencies (NJAMHAA) as an individual course. Regulatory boards are the final authority on courses accepted for continuing education credit. ACE course approval period: 2/20/2025 - 2/20/2027. Social workers completing this course will receive 1 clinical continuing education credit. This course is approved by the NJ Association of Mental Health and Addiction Agencies (NJAMHAA), as a NAADAC Approved Education Provider, for educational credits. NAADAC Provider #87719, NJAMHAA is responsible for all aspects of the programming. Breaking the Cycle - GLP-1 Agonists as Game Changers in Addiction Treatment SESSION 1.2............................................................... 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM