(1.5 MMI CE) Navigating the Intersection of Mental Illness, Substance Abuse, and Homelessness by Jenelle Miller & Joy Starr

1.5 Hour CE that meets the Nebraska requirements for LIMHP licensure. Certificate sent digitally within 72 hours after the completion of the CE quiz with a passing score of 8/10. All information necessary to complete the CE will be sent to your email inbox. This presentation explores the complex interplay of major mental illness, substance abuse disorders, and homelessness among women, with a focus on understanding and addressing the unique cultural implications of poverty, homelessness, and womanhood. Drawing from a recovery program in a homeless shelter, this session offers insights into effective strategies for diagnosing and treating these co-occurring disorders in a culturally responsive manner. Audience Objectives: 1. Understand the unique intersection of major mental illness, substance abuse disorders, and homelessness in women, including the prevalence, risk factors, and challenges. 2. Learn effective diagnostic strategies and assessment tools tailored to the complex needs of women in recovery programs. 3. Explore evidence-based treatment modalities and interventions that address the dual diagnosis of major mental illness and substance abuse disorders, with a focus on empowering women to achieve sustainable recovery and stability. © Nebraska Counseling Association and www.necounseling.org, 2024. Unauthorized use, sharing, or or duplication of this material without express and written permission from this site’s author and/or owner is strictly prohibited.