Virtual Lunch and Learn Series

Wednesday - November 11, 2026

"Opioids and Cannabis: The Changing Landscape"

Learning Objectives

At the conclusion of the presentation, attendees will:

1. Understand the potential risks and benefits of wider access to cannabis-related substances.

2. Understand the origins of the opioid epidemic and efforts to combat it.

David P. Yells, Ph.D.


David Yells is a professor of Psychology and Division Chair at Texas A&M University-Texarkana where he previously served as Provost and Dean. He regularly teaches Abnormal Psychology, Psychology of Addiction, and Psychopharmacology. He earned a Ph.D. in Developmental Psychobiology at the University of Nebraska before spending 18 years at Utah Valley University where he served as a faculty member, department chair, and Dean. His research interests include psychopathology, with a specific interest in Substance Use Disorder. His wife, Dr. Kris Yells, is a therapist and an Associate Dean at Western Governor’s University. Together they have 7 children and 15 grandchildren. They enjoy traveling and listening to a wide range of music. 

This will be a Virtual continuing education via ZOOM and offer 1 CEU.

Once you have successfully registered for the event you will receive an email and link to attend the event.

When?

We hold our Virtual Lunch and Learns on the 2nd Wednesday of each month. This event will be on Wednesday, November 11, 2026 from 12 PM to 1 PM.

How To Register?

Active UTAHSWA members

If you are an active member of the UTAHSWA, please register with the button on the right and a Zoom link will be sent to you prior to the event.

 
Non Member Registration

For Non-Members, click the button to the right to pay the $6 registration fee first, then you can click the member registration button above to get the Zoom link. We verify membership or payment before emailing CE credit.


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