Tuesday, November 18, 2008

Sexual Addiction & Substance Abuse Conference on October 24, 2008

BRIDGING THE GAP XIII

The CRIMINAL JUSTICE/ADDICTION WORKGROUP presents this conference

Sexual Addiction & Substance Abuse: Understanding the Complex Relationship

Friday October 24, 2008
8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Suffolk County Community College
Sagtikos Arts and Science Center Grant Campus, Brentwood

AGENDA
This year the conference will explore the issue of addictive sexual behavior and its relationship to substance abuse. Various conceptual models defining addictive sexual behavior will be presented, along with research and professional literature on this issue. Special attention will be given to the relationship between sexual addiction, compulsivity and other addictive disorders. The role of the Internet and addictive sexual behavior will also be discussed. The presenters will address assessment and treatment issues, as well as, creative and engaging techniques for working with individuals struggling with addictive sexual behavior.

Presenters: David L. Delmonico, Ph.D. & Elizabeth Griffin, MA

Six (6) CASAC Hours
CASAC/CPP/CPS Credits
CASAC Section 4
CPP Section 3
CPS Section 3

SILVER SPONSOR
Seafield Center

BRONZE SPONSORS
Eastern Long Island Hospital
Prometa Treatment Programs
Long Island Home / South Oaks Hospital
NYS Drinking Driver Program
Varian, Inc.


Mentioned at the conference...

IBC resource page created for BTG8
slideshow in PDF format, links to further reading, resources/websites, places to know about, & tools
http://www.internetbehavior.com/ny
Internet Behavior Consulting - Directors David Delmonico and Elizabeth Griffin
Internet Behavior Consulting (IBC) is committed to furthering the understanding, assessment, and intervention for problematic Internet behaviors. IBC accomplishes this goal through research, training, and consultation within a variety of settings. Seven years ago Dr. Delmonico & Elizabeth Griffin began consulting with various audiences regarding online behavior. As a result of an increasing need for their services, Internet Behavior Consulting was officially established in 2003.
http://www.internetbehavior.com/

Hermes Web
Hermes' Web is an innovative communication tool that can increase responsivity to therapy, counseling, treatment, education, and community programs.
http://www.hermesweb.com/

SexHelp.com
This site was created by noted psychologist and author, Dr. Patrick Carnes, to help those affected by sexual addiction and compulsivity, whether it be the addict or the friend or loved one of the addict. For online diagnostic tools, see also
http://sexhelp.com/

Sexaholics Anonymous
Sexaholics Anonymous is a fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength, and hope with each other that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover.
http://www.sa.org/