Free OHA PGS Webinar
Neuroscience of Risky Behavior: Youth Gambling
Description
What can I expect to learn?
Author of The NeuroWhereAbouts Guide, Dr. Collier explains how to:
1) identify children's NeuroWhereAbouts, or, what stage of brain development they are in;
2) how the brain is affected by risky behavior, including gambling; and
3) how to help grow and protect children's neuro-development from risky behavior by applying prevention science principles and brain-based teachings into everyday practice.
Time Frame
When do I need to sign up?
Webinar aired on September 19, 2025. Webinar recording will remain online until 12/07/2025 (60 days) for participants to watch and receive CE hours. The webinar will not be available after 12/07/2025.
CE Hours
Are continuing education hours available?
This webinar is accredited by MHACBO for 1.5 continuing education (CE) hours. A certificate of completion will be made available on the Student Dashboard upon webinar completion.
Target Audience
Is this webinar right for me?
This webinar is open to all audiences. Content is of special interest to addiction treatment providers and problem gambling treatment providers.
Presenter
Who will I be learning from?
Instructor Crystal Collier
Crystal Collier, PhD is a therapist and educator with more than three decades of experience working with adolescents and adults affected by mental illness, behavioral challenges, and substance use disorders. A person in long-term recovery, her expertise includes adolescent brain development, prevention programming, parent coaching, addiction, family-of-origin work, and clinician training. Dr. Collier has received numerous awards and honors for her contributions to prevention and addiction treatment, including the 2015 Prevention and Education Commendation from the National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence for her comprehensive prevention model.
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