Co-occurring Mental Health and Substance Use Disorders in Youth

This session will provide prevention professionals and caring adults with essential knowledge about the intersection of mental health and substance use in adolescents. It will highlight current trends in student mental health and substance use, associated academic and social risks, and practical strategies and key resources to support young people during this critical life period. Participants will walk away with a better understanding of the bi-directional relationship between substance use and mental health issues, will be provided with supportive resources for the youth and families they work with, as well as learn of opportunities for further training and professional development in this area.