Digital Interventions for Co-Occurring Substance Use and Psychiatric Disorders-Presentation and Q&A

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The video content was a webinar titled "Digital Interventions for Substance Use and Co-Occurring Psychiatric Disorders." The webinar was led by Dr. Dawn Sugarman, who discussed the current landscape of digital interventions for substance use and co-occurring disorders. She emphasized the need to address the unique needs of different populations, such as women and young adults, and highlighted the potential benefits of technology-based interventions in increasing access to evidence-based care. Dr. Sugarman also presented research on the effectiveness of various digital interventions, including web-based programs and mobile apps, for substance use disorders and co-occurring psychiatric disorders. She discussed their impact on reducing substance use and improving treatment outcomes, while also acknowledging the limitations and challenges associated with these interventions. Additionally, Dr. Sugarman shared insights from her own research on developing a gender-specific digital intervention for women with co-occurring disorders. Overall, the webinar provided an overview of the current state of digital interventions for substance use and co-occurring disorders, highlighting the potential of these interventions to enhance care and improve outcomes for individuals with serious mental illness.

Keywords

Digital Interventions

Substance Use

Co-Occurring Psychiatric Disorders

Dr. Dawn Sugarman

Unique Needs

Different Populations

Technology-Based Interventions

Evidence-Based Care

Web-Based Programs

Mobile Apps