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Vaping THC – Dangers, Misconceptions and Hard Facts
April 12, 2024
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Christina N. Marsack-Topolewski
This training course provides a framework to understand the nature and derivation of pain. A special focus will be devoted to varying understandings of pain, options for assessing pain, and treatment options. Co-occurring, comorbid conditions will be discussed with an emphasis on at-risk populations who may experience chronic pain. Supports, interventions, and strategies will be discussed aimed to improve quality of life and enhance comfort for people living with chronic pain.
About the Presenter
Christina Marsack-Topolewski, PhD, LMSW is an associate professor of Social Work at Eastern Michigan University. Dr. Marsack-Topolewski received her PhD in Social Work with a dual title in Gerontology from Wayne State University. She has worked with individuals with various intellectual and developmental disabilities for over 20 years and has worked as a special educator, consultant, and clinical social worker. Her research focuses on individuals with disabilities, their caregivers, caregiver burden and quality of life, advance care planning, service delivery, and service utilization. Dr. Marsack-Topolewski has over 70 publications in national and international journals and encyclopedias, mainly focusing on individuals with IDDs, caregiving, and aging. Dr. Marsack-Topolewski has been the lead on multiple grant-funded programs tailoring services to individuals with IDDs, older adults, and chronic illnesses. In 2019, she was appointed to the board of directors to the National Task Group on Intellectual Disability and Dementia Practices.
Venue: Live Webinar
Description:
Attend this Live, Interactive Continuing Education Webinar from the comfort of your home or office!
Prior to this event, you will receive instructions via email, explaining how to participate in your webinar!