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04/13/2026

What if the goal of recovery wasn't to eliminate cravings, but to stop letting them make decisions for you?

That's the core idea behind Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and it's changing how people think about recovery.

Our latest blog post breaks it down in plain language: what ACT is, how it works, and why it's especially powerful for college students building a life in recovery.

Read it here: https://casatondemand.org/2026/04/09/acceptance-and-commitment-therapy-act-a-different-way-to-think-about-recovery/

We’ve all heard some version of this: accept what you can’t change, change what you can, and know the difference. In recovery—especially in 12-step spaces—that idea becomes a way of life

04/09/2026

It’s go time, Wolf Pack! Giving Day has officially begun, and your gift, no matter the size, moves our University forward. 💙

We are proud to support three programs doing essential work for Nevada students and communities.
▪️ A gift to NRAP helps students maintain their recovery and continue their education.
▪️A gift to NevadaCARES helps sustain the advocacy, resources, and prevention programming that create a safer, more supported campus for everyone.
▪️A gift to CBHC funds free mental health services for those who can't access care anywhere else, and paid clinical internships that are building the workforce Nevada desperately needs.

Every contribution makes a difference. Give today at: https://buff.ly/rnUiHJU

04/08/2026

Getting ready to take your LADC/CADC exam in Nevada?

We’ve got in-person test prep classes coming up in:
📍 Las Vegas - May 1
📍 Reno - May 18

If you’re nearing the end of your internship hours and getting ready to test, this will walk you through what to expect, plus real tips for the written and oral exam.

Sign up: https://www.casatlearning.org/cataloghead/all2?search=eyJjYXQiOiIyIiwidGl0bGUiOiJ0ZXN0IHByZXAifQ==

04/06/2026

It's National Public Health Week, and we're celebrating all the ways improves our lives, strengthens our communities, and safeguards families across Nevada and beyond.

At CASAT, we do our part by supporting providers, sharing resources, and building tools that help make public health accessible for everyone. We’re proud to be part of the School of Public Health at the University of Nevada, Reno and to stand alongside the public health professionals who show up for our communities every day. 💙

04/03/2026

Together, we make Nevada stronger. On Giving Day, every contribution helps create new opportunities for students and elevates programs across campus. Show your Pack pride and be counted among those shaping the future.

UNR Giving Day is April 9, but you can give now! We'd love it if you'd consider investing in our student support programs within School of Public Health at the University of Nevada, Reno: NevadaCARES, Nevada's Recovery and Prevention Community (NRAP), and the Community Behavioral Health Collaborative.

💙 https://givingday.unr.edu/

04/02/2026

April is packed 🤝✨ With Sexual Assault Awareness Month, Alcohol Awareness Month, Counseling Awareness Month, Child Abuse Prevention Month, and Collegiate Recovery Week, our latest CASAT newsletter is full of ways to learn, connect, and support our community all month long.

Join us for upcoming webinars, community events like Access to Health Day, and opportunities to strengthen behavioral health across Nevada. 💙

Plus, don’t forget Giving Day on April 9!

🔗 Check it out + stay connected: https://bit.ly/4v96LSM

03/31/2026

Medical Assistants are often the first to notice changes in patient behavior—including alcohol use. Are you equipped to respond?

Join the Medical Assistant Partnership in partnership with the AAMA for their FREE virtual Training of Trainers: Alcohol and Women: Prevalence, Trends, and Preventing Alcohol-Related Harm

🗓 June 15, 17 & 24
📝 Registration open through May 15

This 3-part training will help MAs, MA educators, and care teams:
✔️ Understand rising alcohol use trends among women
✔️ Recognize risks and impacts on patient health
✔️ Strengthen patient communication skills
✔️ Train others in your clinic, classroom, or community
💡 Walk away with tools you can actually use in real patient interactions.

🔗 Register now: https://casatunr.wufoo.com/forms/zwtxq3g0kb4vzq/

03/30/2026

🎲 March is Problem Gambling Awareness Month! Did you know that 96% of people with a Gambling Disorder have a co-occurring behavioral health condition and it's often that condition that brings them into treatment first?

Gambling is often called a "hidden addiction," and when it overlaps with Opioid Use Disorder, it can seriously threaten recovery.

This month, take a moment to learn more. Watch this recorded webinar on The Intersection of Gambling and Opioid Use Disorder to explore evidence-based screening tools that can help identify and address gambling-related harms in recovery.

🔗 Watch now: https://nvopioidcoe.org/video/intersection-of-gambling-and-opioid-use-disorder/

03/30/2026

Sports betting isn’t just booming, it’s reshaping the clinical landscape. With sports betting now legal in 36 states and micro-bets just a thumb‑tap away, providers are seeing a surge in gambling‑related distress that mirrors substance use patterns.

Our latest blog post breaks down why sports bettors show 3–5x higher risk for gambling disorder, and why screening matters more than ever.

If you support individuals navigating addiction, this week's blog post is a must‑read.

https://casatondemand.org/2026/03/26/the-high-stakes-of-2026-the-new-era-of-sports-betting/

This blog examines the pervasive landscape of sports betting in 2026, highlighting how its expansion into 36 states and seamless mobile integration have created unprecedented accessibility and risk. It details the alarming statistics that sports bettors face—notably a three-fold increase in the ri...

03/28/2026

Misinformation about gambling can keep people trapped in unhealthy cycles. Let’s continue separating fact from fiction so we can make informed choices and support those who need help.

Understanding the truth about gambling can help us break harmful cycles and reduce stigma.

Need help? Call 1-800-GAMBLER, download the Evive app, or visit the links in our bios for free and low-cost resources.

Together, we can build a healthier, more informed Nevada.

03/27/2026

This week our team had the opportunity to attend the Nevada State Conference on Problem Gambling, engaging with critical conversations on the evolving risks of sports betting.

From exploring how increased accessibility is shaping gambling behaviors among college athletes to examining sports betting as an emerging risk to student well-being, these sessions reinforced the growing need for awareness, prevention, and informed care.

We’re bringing these insights back to strengthen our work and better support the communities we serve.

03/27/2026

Looking for behavioral health content you can actually use? On the go, between classes or clients, or wherever you learn best?

The CASAT Podcast Network brings you expert-led conversations on addiction, wellness, collegiate life, and professional development, all in a format you can take anywhere.

Whether you're a student or a seasoned provider, there’s something here for you.

🎧 Start listening: https://casat.org/podcasts/