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Recovery Stories (VHS closed captioned video approximately 30 minutes)

This training video on co-occurring mental health and substance abuse recovery documents the lives and experiences of five individuals. We learn who they are, what has helped, and what has hindered their recovery from mental illness and substance abuse. We also learn what brings meaning to their lives and recovery. These stories present an opportunity for reflection on what providers of services can do to support people in recovery and provide practical advice from those in recovery.

"It is very important for providers to know what is the thread of someone else's existence, to understand what makes them thrive, what makes them go forth and what helps them in the process of recovery." —Nancy

"The main thing a person has to do is listen, but not only do they have to listen, they have to hear what the individual is saying and they've got to hear it from the heart." —Jerry

The video can be utilized for training discussions with a trainer/facilitator knowledgeable about mental illness and substance abuse, as well as for discussion with clients in treatment settings.

The video was produced by NAMI-Maine and the Co-Occurring Collaborative Serving Maine (CCSME) with funding from Janssen Pharmaceutica and Research Foundation and the Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America. Filming and production was done by VDIO PRODUCTION SERVICES (www.videoops.com)

Co-Occurring Mental Health and Substance Use Trainer's Manual

The trainer's manual is a basic curriculum on co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders. The course covers twelve core competency content areas, each divided into learning modules. Each module offers training activities, handouts, Powerpoint slides and a test. A resource lists on co-occurring disorders is provided, as well as an extensive section on training tools and tips.

The following areas are covered in this manual.

CC 1. People with Co-occurring Disorders: Descriptions and Definitions

CC 2. Treatment and Recovery Philosophies

CC 3. Substance Abuse Disorders

CC 4. Overview of Mental Health Conditions

CC 5. Integrated Principles for Co-occurring Disorders

CC 6. Screening and Assessment Skills and Process

CC 7. Intervention, Motivation, and Treatment Strategies

CC 8. Assessing Our Own Attitudes, Motivation, and Health

CC 9. Family, Peer and Natural Supports

CC 10. Crisis Intervention for People with Co-occurring Disorders

CC 11. Youth at Risk for Co-occurring Disorders

CC 12. Psychopharmacology

CC 13. Ethical and Risk Management

The development of this trainer's manual was made possible through a grant from the Mental Health Funding Collaborative to the Co-Occurring Collaborative Serving Maine (CCSME).

Cost: $60.00 plus $20.00 S&H = $80.00
Maine residents/companies add 5% sales tax = $3.00 (total $83.00)

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