This workshop will focus on how to engage youth in an exploration of their use without increasing defensiveness. It will explore the impact of chronic marijuana use in a variety of functional areas, including physical, behavioral, psychological and emotional. The impact of recent changes to the law on attitudes and behavior will also be discussed. 

Rick Cresta LICSW is a faculty member at Boston University School of Social Work. He has a private clinical social work practice specializing in substance use, violence, and work with court-involved youth and young adults. He has been a trainer and consultant for DCF, DYS, and DPH,  in addition to many other agencies and organizations throughout the state.