Substance Use and Co-Occurring Disorders in Women and Girls
Practice, Research & Resources With McLean Hospital
November 2022
Although substance use and substance use disorders have historically been more common in men, the gender gap in substance use is narrowing. Concerning public health trends related to substance use continue to worsen for women. Women with substance use disorders are disproportionately affected by co-occurring disorders such as depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, and anxiety disorders. Accordingly, there is an urgent need for improved access to effective, gender-responsive care for women and girls with substance use disorders.
This free presentation provides an overview of the epidemiology and treatment of substance use and co-occurring psychiatric disorders in women and girls. Topics include:
- Public health trends in substance use
- Sex differences in the clinical presentation and treatment needs of those with co-occurring disorders
- Treatment strategies to address these disorders
Presenter disclaimer
R. Kathryn McHugh, PhD, and Shelly F. Greenfield, MD, have working relationships with McLean Hospital. As such, they have both a financial and intellectual interest in the webinar content. The purpose of this presentation is to provide a balanced view on substance use and co-occurring disorders in women and girls.
This program does not offer CE credit.
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Speakers
R. Kathryn McHugh, PhD
Director of the Stress, Anxiety and Substance Use Laboratory at McLean Hospital and an associate professor at Harvard Medical School.
Shelly F. Greenfield, MD
Professor of psychiatry at Harvard Medical School and the Kristine M. Trustey Endowed chair of psychiatry at McLean Hospital where she also serves as the chief academic officer.
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