Strategies, Tools and Clinical Implications to Support Individuals with Autism as they Navigate Treatment for SUDs - July 31, 2025

A 5-Hour Training with Dr. Christina Marsack-Topolewski, Ph.D., LMSW

Virtual via Zoom | 9:30am-3:30pm EST

Presentation: Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is one of the most common neurodevelopmental disorders in the United States. This condition is a social communication disorder and impacts those with ASD in varying ways. People with ASD experience high rates of mental health and physical health conditions, as well as substance use disorders compared to the general population. The propensity of people with ASD to experience co-occurring, comorbid conditions is elevated. This training will discuss the characteristics of ASD and co-occurring conditions. A special focus will be placed on understanding trends related to substance use disorders and mental health conditions. This training will provide evidence-based strategies and tools to support individuals with ASD with co-occurring conditions.

As a result of this training, participants will be able to:

1. Identify characteristics and co-occurring conditions common among people with autism;
2. Summarize the impact that substance misuse has on individuals with autism and their families; and
3. Discuss practical strategies and clinical implications to support people with autism.

5 Contact Hours Available

CRSW Performance Domains: 1 & 4
LADC/MLADC Categories of Competence: 5, 7 & 13-17
Certified Prevention Specialist Domains: 6
NBCC: LICSW/L-MFT/LCMHC (Category A) & Psychologist (Category A) 

NH Alcohol & Drug Abuse Counselors Association has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider. ACEP No 6754. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. NHADACA is solely responsible for all aspects of the program.

This training is financed under a contract with the State of NH, Department of Health and Human Services, with funds provided in part by the State of NH and/or such funding sources as were available or required, e.g., the United States Department of Health and Human Services.