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Harm Reduction

Having honest conversations about substance use

Description

Working with people who are actively using substances or engaging in high-risk behavior is hard because there can be a barrier with honest communication. It may feel awkward to the worker and person receiving services to acknowledge and openly discuss the reality of their day-to-day behavior. Harm Reduction is a pragmatic engagement strategy to work with people where they are and help to move them towards their goals.

Learning Objectives

  • Define Harm Reduction and explore workers beliefs and bias

  • Develop a Harm Reduction mindset for cultivating a working partnership

  • Identify the elements of Harm Reduction services

  • Apply Harm Reduction methods in your role

Board Accreditation

MN Board of Social Work

2.0 CEUs (CEP-275)

MN Board of Behavioral Health and Therapy

LADC: 2.0 CEUs (2023.CE.ADC.121)
LPC/LPCC: 2.0 CEUs (2023.CE.385)

MN Board of Nursing

This activity has been designed to meet the Minnesota Board of Nursing continuing education requirements. However, the nurse is responsible for determining whether this activity meets the requirements for acceptable continuing education.

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