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Substance Abuse and Mental Health: A Deadly Combination


Level: Advanced
Runtime: 54 minutes
Recorded Date: October 10, 2024
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Agenda

  • Substance abuse use disorders among legal professionals
  • Warning signs
  • DSM-5 Substance use Disorder
  • Comparative concepts of disease
  • What long-term brain recovery looks like
  • ABA Well-being pledge
  • Mental Health and Substance Use Disorders
  • Impact on society
  • Depression and Anxiety
  • What to look for?
  • How do Attorneys compare?
  • Q&A

For NY - Difficulty Level: Experienced attorneys only (non-transitional)

Description

Lawyers frequently encounter high-stress environments characterized by heavy workloads, strict deadlines, and the significant responsibility of representing clients. The pressure to achieve positive outcomes can lead to emotional exhaustion, anxiety, and burnout. In response, some lawyers may turn to substance abuse as a temporary means of coping with stress, seeking relief from work-related pressures, or addressing underlying mental health challenges.

Join our speakers, Susan B. Ramsey of McLaughlin & Stern LLP, and Cari Guthrie, LCSW-C of Cornerstone Montgomery, as they discuss the root causes of substance abuse among lawyers and recognize potential ethical concerns, which are essential for developing effective support systems. This program will also equip attendees with strategies to maintain their mental well-being within the legal profession and mitigate the risks associated with substance abuse.

Key issues that will be covered in this course are:
  • Trends and Statistics
  • Risk Factors
  • Warning Signs
  • Self-Care Tips
  • Ethical Concerns

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Panelists

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Cari Guthrie

President and CEO
Cornerstone Montgomery

Cari is a licensed social worker working in community mental health for over 30 years. She received her MSW from the University of Maryland in 1995 and worked for Johns Hopkins and Threshold Services where she served as Program Director, Rehabilitation Director and Clinic Director and Chief Operating Officer. She has been the CEO of Cornerstone since 2012. Ms. Guthrie has implemented multiple evidence-based practices, including Integrated Treatment for Co-occurring Disorders, Motivational Interviewing, Supported Employment, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Nonviolent Crisis Intervention. She facilitates training and consulting on these topics in Maryland and DC. She is involved with County and State associations and advocacy.

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Susan B. Ramsey

Partner
McLaughlin & Stern LLP

Ms. Ramsey’s professional experience began as a Registered Nurse in the Intensive Care Unit at Yale New Haven Hospital. While pursuing her Bachelor's’ Degree, she was a Counselor with the New Haven Rape Crisis Program. As a counselor, she counseled sexual assault survivors and performed seminars for local police departments, universities, and high schools. During her time working as a registered nurse, Ms. Ramsey attended law school. Ms. Ramsey graduated from City University of New Law School at Queens College.

Susan has published several articles for nursing and legal publications. Ms. Ramsey is an active member of the American Association of Nurse Attorneys, National Crime Victims Bar Association, American Justice Association; Palm Beach County Justice Association; and the Florida Justice Association.

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