Aims

To support the free and open dissemination of research findings and information on alcoholism and alcohol-related problems. To encourage open access to peer-reviewed articles free for all to view.

For full versions of posted research articles readers are encouraged to email requests for "electronic reprints" (text file, PDF files, FAX copies) to the corresponding or lead author, who is highlighted in the posting.

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Friday, August 31, 2007

Substance Abuse & Vocational Rehabilitation -- the Elephant in the Room: Research, Policies, and Exemplary Practices
October 16 & 17, 2007
Key Bridge Marriott, Arlington, VA

No other condition associated with large numbers of VR consumers has such state-to-state variability in diagnosis rates, inconsistencies in policy, and “hidden” cases than substance use disorder. Research suggests that approximately one quarter of VR consumers may have an active substance use disorder when they apply for VR services. This power-packed event will explore these issues with a panel of VR experts, including the Council of State Administrators of Vocational Rehabilitation (CSAVR) and State VR Directors. A second panel of lawyers will disentangle the applicable and sometimes conflicting statutes. Breakout sessions will review the latest findings regarding policies, training approaches, federal agency perspectives, and practices regarding substance use disorder and VR. A free web-based training series on the topic will be introduced.

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Contributor: Don Phillips

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