Mental Health and Impaired Driving Research, Practice and Policy: The “What” vs. The “How.”
Description:
Mental health and substance use disorders are a contributing factor for nearly half of repeat impaired drivers and we cannot stop this revolving door without addressing the issue or connection between the two. Together, we will explore research-based solutions and review some of the assessment tools available to evaluate mental health in impaired driving offenders, including substance use disorders and other underlying conditions, to reduce recidivism.
Speakers: Sarah E Nelson, PHD, Director of Research, Division on Addiction, Cambridge Health Alliance, Associate Professor, Depart. Of Psychiatry, Harvard Medical School
Julie Seitz, Project Director, Impaired Driving Solutions (IDS), All Rise
Judge Kate Huffman
Date: February 20, 2025 1:00 pm