Addictive Behaviors across Diverse Populations: Innovations in Science and Practice
April 4 - 6, 2019
Providence, Rhode Island
The Collaborative Perspectives on Addiction (CPA) annual conference is sponsored by the Division on Addiction Psychology (50) of the American Psychological Association (APA). The meeting provides scientific programing on cutting-edge research and clinical advances across the addiction field. Attendees at all levels, will have the opportunity to connect and exchange ideas with experts in the field while attending a variety of educational and practical sessions. The 2019 CPA meeting will consist of keynote addresses, pre-conference workshops, symposium sessions, panel discussions, poster sessions, and numerous opportunities for networking during breaks, social hours, and meals.
The theme for this conference focuses on addictive behaviors across diverse populations using innovative science to inform clinical practice. We recognize that the inclusion of persons from diverse backgrounds defined in the broadest sense is critically important to understanding the social and contextual factors contributing to addictive behaviors across the lifespan. The sessions at CPA 2019 will consider diversity-related factors in the etiology and treatment of addiction through presentations that include current, cutting-edge research and clinical practice.
Diversity Statement (PDF)
The Collaborative Perspectives on Addictions (CPA) Conference believes in the inclusion of scientists, practitioners, and learners from diverse backgrounds who have a shared interest in understanding and treating addictive disorders. We believe that this mission is enhanced by a variety of perspectives, and our goal is to create an inclusive, respectful conference environment that invites participation from people of all races, ethnicities, genders, ages, abilities, religions, and sexual orientations. We are actively seeking to increase the diversity of our attendees, speakers, and sponsors through our calls for proposals, schedule of conference events, and through dialogue with the larger communities we serve. At CPA 2019, we want every participant to feel welcome, included, and safe at the conference. We also recognize that this is an ongoing process and attendees are encouraged to speak with the program chairs regarding any concerns about diversity and inclusion at CPA 2019. We value diversity in the communities we bring together, and we welcome your contributions to bringing balanced representation of the richness of our collective conference experience.
Call for Papers
Symposia, panel discussions, clinical or research-focused workshops (up to 3 hours), and Poster Sessions for CPA 2019 may include (but are not limited to):
- New approaches to addiction science–from basic neuroscience to epidemiology and policy--that may help us to better understand the etiology and nature of addictive behaviors (both behavioral and substance addiction)
- New approaches for assessing addictive behaviors and contextual factors that might shed light on risk for addiction
- Novel interventions and treatments that address contextual factors or existing interventions/ treatments that have been adapted to alter or enhance environmental or contextual influences
- New approaches to adopting, disseminating, and enhancing evidence-based practices to reach larger segments of the population and to address disparities
- Research that explores unique risk and protective factors for addictive behaviors among a variety of cultural groups and across the developmental spectrum
*** Priority will be given to symposia submissions that include presenters across varied career levels, those that involve presenters from different institutions, and translational proposals. We intend for the Collaborative Perspectives on Addiction meeting to provide a forum for the presentation of novel findings and new ideas for collaboration from research-to-practice-to-policy.
Symposia, panel discussion, and pre-conference workshop proposals due September 21, 2018
Please note: To facilitate peer review and continuing education evaluation, the format of CPA symposium submissions has changed, including a new requirement individual talks within a symposium must have a separate title and abstract. Please see submission portal for details and complete instructions on symposium submissions.
Poster proposals due November 1, 2018
Information on Travel Awards for Trainees and Early/Mid-Career Investigators/Clinicans [View PDF]
Supporting trainees and early career investigators has been a primary focus of the CPA meeting since its inception. Consistent with this mission, we are pleased to offer a limited number of travel awards to help offset the costs of attending CPA 2019. We are also excited to announce the creation of the Nancy M. Petry Mid-Career Travel Award. Note, selection of awardees is competitive and based on quality of submitted proposals. Click Here to View the Travel Award Guidelines
Program
The program for CPA 2019 will consist of keynote addresses, pre-conference workshops, symposium sessions, panel discussions, poster sessions, and numerous opportunities for networking during breaks, social hours, and meals. Details about the conference program will be posted in early 2019.
Announcing our Keynote Speakers:
Rajita Sinha, Ph.D., Foundations Fund Endowed Professor of Psychiatry, Neuroscience, and in Child Study, Yale University
Dr. Sinha is a licensed Clinical Psychologist and Clinical Neuroscientist, Chief of the Psychology Section in Psychiatry and Co-Director of Education for the Yale Center for Clinical Investigation (home of Yale’s NIH supported Clinical Translational Science Award). She is the founding director of the Yale Interdisciplinary Stress Center that focuses on understanding the neurobiology of stress, trauma and resilient versus vulnerable coping mechanisms that promote neuropsychiatric diseases such as alcoholism, other substance abuse, PTSD and other chronic diseases. Her lab also develops and tests novel treatments to address these processes to prevent relapse and risk of stress-related chronic diseases.
Felipe González Castro, Ph.D., Professor, College of Nursing and Health Innovation, Arizona State University
Dr. Castro is Professor and Southwest Borderlands Scholar in the College of Nursing and Health Innovation at Arizona State University. Dr. Castro is a Hispanic/Latino clinical psychologist with expertise in health psychology. He earned his master’s in social work (MSW) from UCLA, and his PhD in clinical psychology from the University of Washington. His program of research examines multivariate models of health behavior and behavior change to promote healthy lifestyles, to prevent drug, alcohol, and tobacco misuse, and to prevent type 2 diabetes. Dr. Castro is the originator of the Integrative Mixed Methods (IMM) methodology, a rigorous methodology for culturally-rich health promotion research with Hispanic/Latino and other vulnerable populations. Dr. Castro has received research support from the National Institute on Drug Abuse, from the National Cancer Institute, and recently from the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation. In 2002 Dr. Castro was inducted as a Fellow of Division 45 of the American Psychological Association. In 2005, he was awarded the Community, Culture and Prevention Science Award from the Society for Prevention Research (SPR). He has also served as the President of the Society for Prevention Research from 2013 to 2015. In 2017 he served as the editor of a special issue of the journal, Prevention Science, 18(6), on “Challenges to the Dissemination and Implementation of Evidence-Based Prevention Interventions for Diverse Populations.”
Registration
***The CPA Registration Portal will open in August.***
Registration includes including keynotes, symposia, integrated clinical training, and posters, social hours, and receptions. Continuing education and pre-conference workshops for additional fee.
| REGISTRATION CATEGORY |
BEFORE 3/1/2019 |
AFTER 3/1/2019 |
|---|
| Member |
$275 |
$300 |
| Early Career Member |
$200 |
$225 |
| Student Member |
$150 |
$175 |
| Non-Member |
$350 |
$375 |
| Early Career Non-Member |
$275 |
$300 |
| Student Non-Member |
$200 |
$225 |
| Single Day Registration Member |
$175 |
$200 |
| Single Day Registration Non-Member |
$250 |
$275 |
| Single Day Student Member - Limited access registration (does not include social hours or receptions). Student status verification required by letter from mentor presented at registration desk. |
$50 |
$75 |
| Pre-Conference 1/2 Day Workshop with Meeting Registration |
$80 |
$105 |
| Pre-Conference 1/2 Day Workshop ONLY without Meeting Registration |
$150 |
$175 |
| Continuing Education Fee |
$50 |
$50 |
Refunds/cancellations must be requested before March 1, 2019 and will incur a $50 processing fee. No refunds/cancellations after March 1, 2019.
Housing
Conference Location:
With European flair and New England charm, our landmark hotel in Providence, RI is steeped in historic character dating back to the 19th century. Step inside old-world charm and let our seasoned staff impress you with our personalized service and meticulous attention to detail. As the only AAA Four Diamond luxury boutique hotel in Providence, we are passionate about providing stellar hospitality, and our personality comes through in all we do. Located in the heart of downtown Providence's vibrant theater district, our culture and passion for the arts are reflected in everything we offer.
Vintage furnishing, art, and classic novels are sprinkled throughout the hotel. Retire to your sophisticated guestroom or suite fitted with oil paintings from world-renowned artists and sleep soundly amid the city.
The CPA conference rate for rooms of $209 USD + tax / night is available via the following link: CPA Hotel Reservations. Please note, the discounted room rate cannot be guaranteed outside of the CPA negotiated room block. If you plan to arrive early or stay beyond the conference, please contact Kate Heemsoth, Sales Manager, at kheemsoth@hotelprovidence.com or 401.490.8105.
The hotel provides hotel guests Valet parking an overnight rate of $29. Attendees not staying overnight will be charged a $16 Valet parking fee per day. Prices are subject to change without notice.
Transportation Information:
Hotel address: 139 Mathewson St, Providence, RI 02903
Closest Airport: TF Green
Distance: 9 miles
Uber and Lyft pick up at TF Green and will cost around $15 to the hotel. A taxi will be closer to $40. Weekday MBTA commuter rail service is available between TF Green Airport and downtown Providence (Website: http://www.pvdairport.com/get-here/trains). The Providence train station is 0.6 miles, about a 10 minute walk from the hotel.
Alternative Airport: Boston Logan International
From some cities, it may be cheaper or more likely nonstop to instead fly into Boston Logan International Airport. From the Boston airport, you can take Uber/Lyft or a cab (~$20) or the Silver Line Bus (free) to South Station, and then take a commuter rail train from South Station to Providence Station. An Uber from Logan is between $60-100, and will be about a one hour trip outside of rush hours. This will not be a good option during rush hour. More information on ground transportation from Boston Logan Airport: https://mbta.com/schedules/CR-Providence/timetable http://www.massport.com/logan-airport/to-from-logan/transportation-options/explore-routes/
About Providence:
Providence is the capital city of Rhode Island, and is one of the oldest cities in the United States. It is home to Brown University and the Rhode Island School of Design (RISD), whose RISD Museum displays American art and silver. Nearby, 18th- and 19th-century homes line the streets of College Hill. Providence is located at the head of Narragansett Bay, with the Providence River running into the bay through the center of the city. The city contains the most coffee and doughnut shops per capita of any city in the country, and is also reputed to have the highest number of restaurants per capita of major U.S. cities. Providence is located about 45 minutes from both Boston and several coastal Rhode Island cities, including the beautiful and historic Newport, RI.
Sponsorship
The 2019 CPA Sponsorship Prospectus will be posted soon. For more information about sponsorship and advertising opportunities for the 2019 Collaborative Perspectives on Addiction meeting, contact Dr. Brandon Bergman at bgbergman@mgh.harvard.edu. Sponsorships can be paid via check, credit card, or paypal. If paying via credit card or paypal you can access the sponsorship payment process via the registration page.
