The Rationale: Addressing Tobacco Use in Behavioral Health Services

This presentation thoroughly explores the bio-psycho-social aspects of tobacco use disorder specific to individuals with mental and substance use disorders. Data are reviewed to explain a high smoking prevalence, severity of tobacco use disorder, disproportionate health consequences, and the origin of common misconceptions that sustain smoking as a social norm in the recovery and treatment culture.

Registration Deadline: October 22, 2024