Brief interventions for substance use with Professor Steve Allsop
We are thrilled to announce that Professor Steve Allsop, Psychologist and international expert in alcohol and other drug policy, prevention and treatment research and practice and professional development, will be presenting at our next National Community of Practice (COP) session on Monday, 24 March 2025, at 7 PM (AEDST).
Professor Allsop is based at the National Drug Research Institute at Curtin University and brings a wealth of experience in substance use interventions.
His award-winning career includes as a consultant to Defence as part of the Mental Health and Wellbeing Advisory Group and contributing to the Veterans Alcohol Management Clinical Guidelines. Professor Allsop is a regular participant in the United Nations Economic and Social Council Commission on Narcotic Drugs.
In this session, Professor Allsop will provide insights into Brief Interventions for Substance Use, a crucial approach for frontline healthcare providers managing patients struggling with substance-related challenges.
The discussion will be relevant for GPs, Pharmacists, Psychologists, Nurses and all clinical professionals who engage in patient care and substance misuse management.
Key topics Professor Allsop will cover:
Why consider alcohol and other drug-related harm among your patients?
What are the barriers to raising the issue of alcohol and drug use?
Which screening tools are useful in a clinical setting, and what are the options for those at low, moderate, or high risk of harm?
An introduction to the ASSIST screening tool and brief interventions.
Clinical strategies underpinning effective brief interventions.
Why you should attend:
Learn from a leading expert: Professor Allsop’s work is internationally recognised, and he will be sharing best practices and practical strategies.
Tailored for healthcare professionals: The session is designed for GPs, Pharmacists, Psychologists, Nurses and all clinicians working with veterans and broader patient communities.
Date: Monday, 24 March 2025
Time: 7 PM (AEDST)
Zoom link provided upon registration
Don't miss this chance to gain valuable clinical insights and practical tools to enhance your approach to substance use interventions.
