Agenda

December 10, 2021

time
title
session/speaker/abstract
MORNING SESSIONS

9:00 AM – 9:15 AM

Welcome Remarks
(IN-PERSON & LIVESTREAM)
Mainstage: Hendricks ABC

Steve McCaffrey, President & CEO, Mental Health America of Indiana
John Nurnberger, IU Department of Psychiatry

9:15 AM – 10:00 AM

Keynote
(IN-PERSON & LIVESTREAM)
Mainstage: Hendricks ABC

Trauma, Population Health, and the COVID-19 Pandemic
Karestan Koenen, Professor, Harvard TH Chan School of Public Health

The COVID-19 pandemic is a global traumatic event. This workshop will focus on what we have learned about trauma and its consequences – both mental and physical – from the past three decades of epidemiologic research. The session will also cover the impact of trauma across generations. The discussion will include addressing actions at the individual and population level that can be taken to prevent trauma and its adverse consequences in response to the pandemic and beyond. 

10:00 AM – 10:15 AM

B R E A K

10:15 AM – 11:00 AM

Breakout Session
(IN-PERSON & LIVESTREAM)
Mainstage: Hendricks ABC

Suicide in the Wake of the COVID-19 Pandemic
Leslie Hulvershorn, Associate Professor of Psychiatry, Interim Co-Chair Department of Psychiatry, IU School of Medicine/IUH/DMHA

Data from previous epidemics suggest suicide rates may initially appear to decrease during epidemics but may increase thereafter. Based on a systematic review of suicide data from 21 countries and areas within countries, this study found suicide rates did not actually increase during the early months of the COVID-19 pandemic. However, ongoing stress beyond the early phase of the pandemic, coupled with increased psychiatric health care utilization and psychiatric sequelae from COVID-19 infection make suicide rates an ongoing source of concern as the pandemic continues.

10:15 AM – 11:00 AM

Breakout Session
(IN-PERSON)
Hendricks D

Understanding Alcoholism Risk
David Kareken, Professor & Vice Chair for Research, Department of Neurology, Director, Indiana Alcohol Research Center, Department of Neurology, Indiana University School of Medicine

Alcohol consumption has long been a part of human culture.  Yet for a significant number who suffer from alcohol use disorder (AUD), there are often domains of risk that antedate the disorder’s actual symptoms.  In this session, I will briefly review data that speak to the behavioral and neuroscientific antecedents of AUD, using research in both humans as well as preclinical animal models of AUD.

10:15 AM – 11:00 AM

Breakout Session
(IN-PERSON)
Hendricks E

Transgender Mental Health – Special Considerations
Dana Hardin, Consult Liaison Psychiatrist, Ohio Health

Transgender health care is complicated and providing hormonal therapy is relatively easy compared to assessing when therapy should be instituted. Medical decisions regarding timing of gender affirming surgery adds yet another layer of complexity. Psychiatrists are often called upon to provide professional opinion for timing of treatment for gender dysphoria. Mental health diagnoses such as mood disorders, personality disorders and substance abuse complicate the decision-making process. This symposium will provide information psychiatric considerations when asked to consult on tough cases such as personality disorders. Additionally special considerations for the Department of Corrections will be briefly discussed. This symposium is intended to be complimentary to the other symposium on transgender medicine, thus will not be duplicative. 

10:15 AM – 11:00 AM

Breakout Session
(IN-PERSON)
Hadley 1

Racial Trauma and Its Impact on Mental Health
Danielle Henderson, Assistant Professor of Clinical Psychiatry, Indiana University School of Medicine & Indiana University Health

The history of the United States, especially events that have transpired over the last year, have brought to light the importance of mental health professionals cultivating cultural humility and exploring their patient’s racial trauma. Racial trauma is a form of race-based stress that “refers to People of Color and Indigenous individuals’ (POCI) reactions to dangerous events and real or perceived experiences of racial discrimination (Comas-Díaz, Hall, & Neville, 2019).” Research has identified links between racial trauma and mental health (e.g., substance abuse in Native Americans; Skewes & Blume, 2019), risk of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in African American and Latinx adults (Sibrava et al., 2019), and depression in African American youth. This presentation will provide an overview of racial trauma; present research on how it effects mental health; discuss ways mental health providers can educate themselves on the experiences of historically marginalized racial and/or ethnic groups; and offer recommendations for ways mental health professionals can assess racial trauma and begin creating plans for helping their patients who are experiencing it.

10:15 AM – 11:00 AM

Breakout Session
(IN-PERSON)
Hadley 2

Overdose in The COVID World
Ojo Olawale, Medical Director, Methodist Hospital, Addiction Psychiatry Program, Indiana University School of Medicine

The COVID-19 pandemic has temporarily shifted public focus from one of America’s long standing health problems addiction. The medical impact, psychosocial effects, and difficulties in accessing the healthcare services due to COVID-19 makes a perfect storm that has worsened outcomes in addiction psychiatry including overdose rates.

10:15 AM – 11:00 AM

Breakout Session
(IN-PERSON)
Hadley 3

HIV and Mental Health Disorders
Tracy Gunter, Professor Clinical Psychiatry, Indiana University School of Medicine

The co-occurrence of HIV, mental health disorders and addiction is not infrequent and presents formidable challenges to healthcare settings and persons living with these disorders. Treatment is known to be effective in stabilizing the mental health concerns, improving quality of life and improving community health outcomes. I shall provide a brief overview of the extent of the problem of HIV in dually diagnosed individuals, the risks of leaving these concerns untreated, and some of the treatment options that are evolving.

10:15 AM – 11:00 AM

Breakout Session
(IN-PERSON)
Clarks Creek

Selfcare for the Mental Health Professional through Gentle Yoga and Mindful Breathwork
Krista Broshears, Wellness Coordinator, Recovery Centers of America

This experiential session will include a beginner level chair yoga practice and stress reducing breathwork. The techniques practiced will be gentle and suitable for all (regardless of physical ability). Participants will take away practical suggestions for incorporating gentle movement and mindful breathwork to calm the mind and relax the body for a daily dose of self care.

11:00 AM – 11:15 AM

B R E A K

HEROES FOR RECOVERY SESSIONS

11:15 AM – 11:45 AM

Testimonial
(IN-PERSON & LIVESTREAM)
Mainstage: Hendricks ABC

Where Physical and Mental Well-Being Collide
Abby Dennis, PhD Candidate & Indianapolis Colts Cheerleader

Three years ago, I suffered a severe injury. Upon reflection, it is apparent that this injury forged the way for my future and became the foundation for my interest in psychological well-being in the sporting environment. Now, my role as a PhD student in sport psychology and an Indianapolis Colts Cheerleader has further developed my passion for mental health advocacy. Although the image that is seen from the outside is a NFL cheerleader, I aim to make it known that I, like many others, have mental battles that are out of sight. I will speak to how my personal and academic experiences have inspired my desire to preserve mental well-being and reiterate the message that it is okay not to be okay. 

11:45 AM – 12:45 PM

Luncheon
(IN-PERSON & LIVESTREAM)
Mainstage: Hendricks ABC

Heroes for Recovery Awards Luncheon Recognition

  • Consumer Advocate
  • Professional
  • Teams
  • Recovery Coach
  • Recovery Residence
  • Government Leader

12:45 PM – 1:00 PM

B R E A K

AFTERNOON SESSIONS

1:00 PM – 1:45 PM

Keynote
(IN-PERSON & LIVESTREAM)
Mainstage: Hendricks ABC

FSSA: Before and After COVID-19
Daniel Rusyniak, Secretary of the Indiana Family and Social Services Administration

1:45 PM – 2:00 PM

B R E A K

2:00 PM – 2:45 PM

Breakout Session
(IN-PERSON & LIVESTREAM)
Mainstage: Hendricks ABC

Treatment-Resistant Depression: Diagnosis and Treatment
Susan Conroy, Assistant Professor of Psychiatry, Indiana University School of Medicine

It is estimated that >1% of Americans suffer from a major depressive episode that does not respond to multiple treatment attempts, a condition sometimes referred to as Treatment-Resistant Depression, or TRD. Dr. Conroy’s presentation will focus on the definitions, diagnosis, differential diagnosis, and available therapies for TRD. She will devote particular attention to three categories of treatment for TRD: psychopharmacology, psychotherapy, and neuromodulation. These three types of treatment are complementary, and implementing a comprehensive treatment plan for TRD often requires a team-based, multidisciplinary approach. 

2:00 PM – 2:45 PM

Breakout Session
(IN-PERSON)
Hendricks D

When Crisis Hits: Practical Tools for Parents and Caregivers to Help Teens Manage Distress
Melissa Butler, Clinical Psychologist, Assistant Professor in Clinical Psychiatry, IU School of Medicine, Riley Hospital at IU Health

When a teen is in a high state of distress or crisis, it can be hard for parents to know what to say or do to help them. This workshop is focused on helping adults help teens manage distress. Attendees will learn about practical tools that can be used by parents, caregivers, teachers, therapists etc. to help teens in states of high distress or crisis. Attendees will learn techniques for measuring distress level, for improving communication including what to say and what not to say to a teen in crisis, and how to best support effective use of coping skills. Attendees will also participate in demonstrations of different types of coping strategies that work best for different levels of distress.  

2:00 PM – 2:45 PM

Breakout Session
(IN-PERSON)
Hendricks E

It’s No Joke. Humor Helps!
Mallori DeSalle, School of Public Health Faculty and Professional Speaker, Indiana University – Bloomington

You read the title of this workshop right! This session is all about applying humor therapeutically. Believe it or not, humor can help our bodies heal, our minds find peace, and our hearts become more joyful. With 1 in every 5 people managing mental health conditions, suicide risk increasing every day and waiting lists growing longer…we’ve got to do SOMETHING to help. Why not laugh?!? We will share methods for using humor for your work and play and help you find a way that suits your own sense of humor. This session will help you avoid haphazard humor, support super-silly supports for self-care and leave you laughing or maybe you will laugh while leaving. Either way…laughter will be a part of the plan. Humor helps, it’s no joke. 

2:00 PM – 2:45 PM

Breakout Session
(IN-PERSON)
Hadley 1

Psychiatric Clinical Considerations for Serving Gender Diverse Patients Undergoing Medical Transition
Corissa Dionisio, Assistant Professor of Clinical Psychiatry, Indiana University

Understanding the interplay between medical and psychiatric treatments for gender diverse patients is critically important. In this session, we will explore various options available for medical transition (such as hormone replacement therapy, hormone blockers, surgical considerations, etc) and the interactions they may have with psychiatric treatments. We will also explore the psychiatrist’s role in supporting medical transition. 

2:00 PM – 2:45 PM

Breakout Session
(IN-PERSON)
Hadley 2

Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) during Pregnancy and the Postpartum Period
Michelle Miller, Assistant Professor of Clinical Psychology, Department of Psychiatry, Indiana University School of Medicine

The perinatal period (pregnancy and the postpartum period) is a critical time when posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) symptoms can adversely affect the short and long-term health of both the mother and child. Rates of perinatal PTSD can range from approximately 3% in low-risk samples all the way up to 30% in higher-risk samples (e.g. racial and ethnic minority populations, substance use history, previous pregnancy complications). Large longitudinal studies and meta-analyses have shown that women who have PTSD during pregnancy are at high risk of poor maternal and infant outcomes, including pre-eclampsia, gestational diabetes, hyperemesis, longer hospital stays, preterm birth, and increased likelihood of maternal and infant mortality. Given the serious consequences of PTSD symptoms on maternal and infant health, it is critical to provide trauma-informed, evidence-based interventions to improve PTSD during the perinatal period. This presentation will provide education on PTSD and interventions for traumatic stress during the perinatal period. Critically, this presentation will provide information on efforts to reduce perinatal PTSD in Indiana and what providers can do to help to break the intergenerational patterns of trauma that affect traumatized perinatal individuals and their families.

2:00 PM – 2:45 PM

Breakout Session
(IN-PERSON)
Hadley 3

Keys to Healthy Brain Aging
Ryan Greene, Subspecialty Psychology Program Manager, Veteran Health Indiana

This talk will focus on identifying ways to promote healthy brain aging. In addition to presenting research on several medical and psychiatric factors that are shown to increase the risk for the development of dementia/cognitive impairment, this workshop will also explore the lifestyle changes you can help your clients develop to promote brain health.

2:00 PM – 2:45 PM

Breakout Session
(IN-PERSON)
Clarks Creek

Problem Gambling: An Overview
Eric Davis, Executive Director, Life Recovery Center

This session offers a general overview of problem gambling. Discussion will include diagnosis, treatment, community resources, and help for loved ones. Information regarding ICAADA’s new Board-Certified in Problem Gambling (BCPG) credential will be offered as well.

2:45 PM – 3:00 PM

B R E A K

3:00 PM – 3:45 PM

Closing Plenary Session
(IN-PERSON & LIVESTREAM)
Mainstage: Hendricks ABC

Update on State Behavioral Health Strategy
Jay Chaudhary, Director, Division of Mental Health and Addiction

3:45 PM – 4:00 PM

Closing Remarks
(IN-PERSON & LIVESTREAM)
Mainstage: Hendricks ABC

Steve McCaffrey, President & CEO, Mental Health America of Indiana