A person’s emotional, psychological, and social wellbeing, influencing how individuals think, feel, behave, and cope with life’s challenges. In the context of substance use disorders, mental health is closely interconnected with patterns of substance use, as mental health conditions can increase vulnerability to substance misuse and substance use can also affect mental wellbeing. Addressing mental health alongside substance use is therefore essential for effective prevention, treatment, and recovery, often requiring integrated, person-centred approaches that support overall wellbeing and functioning.
Mental Health
Cannabis and mental health
Objective: This webinar will provide an overview of mental health risks associated with cannabis use. Participants will hear about the findings on how cannabis use is linked to anxiety, depression, psychotic symptoms and cannabis use disorder, and how cannabis type, potency, and use patterns might increase the risks.
2026 NSC Sobering Summit
Join us for the 2026 NSC Sobering Summit as we gather under the theme “Gateway to the Future of Sobering Care.” This year’s Summit marks a pivotal moment for the field—one defined by growth, clarity, and a shared commitment to quality and accountability.
Breaking the Cycle: Implementing Evidence-Informed Support for Children in Families Impacted by Substance Use Disorder
This interactive training prepares peers/professionals to implement developmentally appropriate, educational support programming for children impacted by a parent or caregiver with a substance use disorder (SUD).
Recovery Leadership Summit (Virtual)
Celebrating 25 Years: Honoring Our Past and Building Our Future.
For one extraordinary year, the Recovery Leadership Summit becomes more than a conference—it becomes a celebration of the movement that transforms recovery in America.
Reconnect with the pioneers. Learn from today’s innovators. Inspire tomorrow’s leaders.
Synthetic cannabinoids: Reflections from Mauritius
PTACC 2026 International Deflection and Pre-Arrest Diversion Summit
We are so excited for the PTACC 2026 International Deflection and Pre-Arrest Diversion Summit taking place at Loews Ventana Hotel in Tucson, Arizona, from Tuesday, December 1 through Friday, December 4!
The prevalence, risk and protective factors and service needs in relation to the comorbidity of substance use and neurodiversity
Two-Day Trauma Informed Care in Faith Communities Workshop
This will be an interactive workshop engaging the minds of other concerned clergy, congregants, or anyone passionate to gain a better understanding about the very delicate balance of trauma, wellbeing and healing in the faith community. We will address common myths and stereotypes associated with church and spiritual hurt, as well as church and spiritual healing.
Parental substance abuse and the impact on babies and children
We know that substance use can have a profound impact on babies, children, parents and family relationships, at all ages and stages, but particularly during pregnancy and the early years.