2021 Australian & New Zealand Addiction Conference

Name: 2021 Australian & New Zealand Addiction Conference
Start: 2021-06-07 00:00:00 UTC
End: 2021-06-09 00:00:00 UTC
Location: JW Marriott Gold Coast Resort & Spa

Conference / Summit (onsite & online)
Mental Health, Psychiatry & Psychology; Social Sciences

Address: JW Marriott Gold Coast Resort & Spa, 158 Ferny Ave, Surfers Paradise QLD Australia
Date: 07 to 09 Jun '21
Special Offer: Use code IE10 to save 10% on in-person and virtual registrations!
CPD/CME/CEU: Hours towards CPD Points

Visit Event Website

Eradicate addiction by empowering prevention, treatment and recovery

At the Australian & New Zealand Addiction Conference, you have access to the latest research, projects, programs and strategies to help meet the diverse and complex needs of your clients.

Join addiction-focused professionals for three days of live keynote sessions, 50+ breakout sessions, interactive exhibitor hall, practical workshops, virtual resources, networking opportunities, and so much more.

A Comprehensive Addiction Education & Networking Event

Led by multi-disciplinary experts, the 2021 Australian & New Zealand Addiction Conference offers a three-day program of innovative treatment strategies, current evidence-based findings and lived experience speakers. Designed for mental health and social professionals involved in prevention, recovery and treatment of addiction in its many forms.

Network with colleagues, co-workers and fellow professionals facing the same treatment, recovery and prevention challenges.

WHY ATTEND?

✔ Interactive Educational Sessions
✔ International & National Expert Speakers
✔ Hours Towards CPD Credits
✔ Innovative Exhibitor Displays

Download the 2021 presenter information pack

E-DELEGATE GOLD PASS

ATTEND ALL 8 CONFERENCES VIRTUALLY AND SAVE $1,200!

The ANZMHA's E-Delegate Gold Pass is back this year, giving you virtual access to 8 of their 2021 Mental Health Conferences. This Gold Pass also provides you with exclusive access to all presentations in the resource centres for up to 3 months following the events.

Events include:

Frontline Mental Health Conference: 15-16 March 2021
Child & Adolescent Mental Health Conference: 12-14 April 2021
2021 Australian & New Zealand Addiction Conference: 7 – 9 June 2021
International Mental Health Conference: 26-28 July 2021
Workplace Mental Health Symposium: 13-14 September 2021
Australian Rural & Remote Mental Health Symposium: 3-5 September 2021
Indigenous Wellbeing Conference - TBA: October 2021
STOP Domestic Violence Conference: 1-3 December 2021

Normally $2,093+GST, but if you register with our unique code IE10, you will get this offer for $999+GST, saving you a flat rate of over $1,200 on your registration.

Register for the E-Delegate Gold Pass here

Industry Events is in alliance with the ANZMHA

2021 Australian & New Zealand Addiction Conference

Use our unique code IE10 when registering to receive a 10% discount on this conference.

2021: Exploring a System Reboot in Addiction Prevention, Treatment and Recovery

EDUCATION AND PREVENTION

Developing resilience and resistance
Prevention through education: School and community-based programs and projects
Screening for addiction and recognising risk factors and pre-condition
Exploring connections between mental health and addiction
Access to addictive ‘over-the-counter’ drugs
A systems approach to reducing stigma in the community

EVALUATING, DIAGNOSING AND TREATING ADDICTION T

Technology advancements and internet assisted treatment including telehealth
Frequent challenges: comorbidity, dual diagnosis, pain management, trauma, and PTSD
Exploring models of intervention, detox and treatment
Role of neuroscience and psychiatry in treatment
Understanding Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural and spiritual needs
Priority populations within the New Zealand health system including Māori, Pacifica peoples, and Asian populations
Analysing the implications of differing age, gender, and demographic backgrounds
Re-accessing suitable primary care, rehabilitation centres and secondary consults
Evaluating correctional facility strategies for in-mates with an addiction, including recidivism

JOURNEY OF RECOVERY

Long term mental health and behavioural implications
Exploring the challenges in relapse and prevention strategies
Examples of successful and unsuccessful recovery and transition programs
Consumer journeys: Evaluating system improvements
Concept of recovery in differing spheres
Family support and care during the cycle of treatment and recovery

EMERGING TRENDS AND HOT TOPICS

Reviewing the system: The need for integration of services; what would this look like?
Workforce challenges: infrastructure; urban vs rural communities
Disruption, challenges and learnings from COVID-19
Behavioural addictions (sex, porn, food, exercise)
Latest developments in gambling prevention and treatment - online, app based and electronic
Specialist responses for women, children and families including barriers and family violence
Assessing harm reduction strategies
Advancements in pharmacotherapy
Technology and gaming disorders, social media overuse

Clinicians
Counsellors
Psychiatrists
Psychologists
Nurses
Social Workers
Therapists
Case Managers
Mental Health Professionals

In-Person Registration includes:

3-day conference program
Networking function
9 keynote presentations
Over 40 concurrent presentations
Conference exhibition
Catering (morning & afternoon tea, lunch)
Conference handbook
Access to the exclusive conference app
Hours towards CPD points
Certificate of attendance
All inclusions of the virtual package
Special accommodation rates at Surfers Paradise Marriott Resort & Spa
BONUS: Chance to win great prizes

Virtual Registration includes:

All plenary sessions live streamed via OnAIR platform (including all concurrent sessions that are held in the plenary room)
Live Q&A opportunities for all plenary sessions
Access to all concurrent sessions via the online resource centre (provided 2-3 days post-event)
Access to exhibitors via digital platform
Hours towards CPD points
Certificate of attendance
Options to extend access will also be made available after 30 days.

Industry Events is in alliance with the ANZMHA
Use our unique code IE10 when registering to receive a 10% discount on this conference.

Hours towards CPD points
Certificate of attendance

Key Themes & Topics