2026 ACA Winter Conference Long Beach CA_Program Book

Amphetamine Abuse: A “Chronic” Problem [CE] Room 102 C Primary Community of Focus: Adult Corrections Overview: A comprehensive overview of amphetamine abuse and treatment approaches, including the “dopamine trough” and evidence-based recovery strategies. Research continues to identify substance abuse as the number one cause of recidivism. This presentation synthesizes current research on epidemiology, pharmacology, health consequences, and treatment modalities, with particular emphasis on neurobiological recovery processes. The presentation integrates findings from recent studies that include dopamine system disruption and restoration, providing a scientific foundation for clinical practice and policy development in addressing this significant challenge to correctional operations and healthcare. Learning Objectives: • At the conclusion of this session, participants will be able to understand the current landscape of amphetamine addiction and why it persists in the community. • At the conclusion of this session, participants will be able to understand the physiological challenges that amphetamine addiction has that continue to affect recidivism. • At the conclusion of this session, participants will be able to understand the physiological basis surrounding new research and approaches to recovery including integrative and alternative treatments. Moderator: Romey T. Glidewell , MSN, FNP-C, APRN-RX, Corrections Health Care Administrator, Hawaii Department of Corrections & Rehabilitation, Honolulu, Hawaii Speakers: Romey T. Glidewell , MSN, FNP-C, APRN-RX, Corrections Health Care Administrator, Hawaii Department of Corrections & Rehabilitation, Honolulu, Hawaii; Jerome Greenfield , M.D., DLFAPA, Deputy Chief Officer — Psychiatry, VitalCore Health Strategies, Topeka, Kansas

Integrated Intelligence: Modernizing Corrections at the Speed of AI Room 101 A Primary Community of Focus: Technology Overview: Corrections has deployed early types of AI for decades: machine learning, decision support, process automation. Now, with agentic AI, we see new tools emerging every day. While this presents opportunities for every staff member, AI alone promises nothing. Which tools actually work? Which deliver on their claims? This workshop will examine proven agentic AI applications across operations, staffing and crisis response. Each use case has been designed, built and vetted in corrections and human services fields. Attendees will leave understanding not just what AI can do, but what it’s already doing and how to distinguish legitimate advancement from empty marketing. The technology exists. The question is: do you know how to deploy it? Learning Objectives: • Distinguish AI categories and capabilities: Identify differences between machine learning, process automation and agentic AI to evaluate vendor claims against operational needs. • Assess deployment readiness across operational domains: Evaluate AI applications spanning intake, classification, assessments, hiring, staff mental health support, suicide watch, RNA and field operations to determine agency fit. • Recognize implementation requirements: Understand the technical, training and oversight frameworks necessary for successful AI integration at scale. • Navigate ethical and operational risk: Identify potential pitfalls in AI deployment and establish decision-making protocols that maintain accountability and transparency. Moderator: Sean Hosman Speakers: Todd Studley , Director of Human Resources, Florida Department of Corrections; Marguerite (Rita) Crapps , Assistant Deputy Director for Programs and Services, South Carolina Department of Corrections, Batesburg, South Carolina; Kristi Holt , Director of Technology and Innovation, Utah Department of Corrections, Utah

WORKSHOPS

Friday, Feb. 6 ▼ 3–4:30 p.m.

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