Between 1998-2001, the Prairielands ATTC attained several noteworthy accomplishments:

• Completed a training needs assessment among substance abuse counselors regarding LGBT issues. Follow this link to review a summary of the results from this needs assessment.
• Developed a 90-minute to 3-hour training program which includes the following: definition of LGBT issues; prevalence of substance abuse among LGBT; risk and protective factors; and treatment issues.
• Prepared an extensive review of the research literature on LGBT and substance abuse.
• Established a local community coalition for LGBT substance abuse in Iowa.

 

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The Prairielands ATTC Home Office is located at The University of Iowa,
1207 Westlawn S, Iowa City, IA 52242, Phone: 319-335-5368; Fax: 319-335-6068;
E-mail: prairielands@uiowa.edu