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SUMMARY:DFW Alliance in Mental & Behavioral Health Research Symposium
DESCRIPTION:The 2026 DFW Alliance in Mental & Behavioral Health Research Symposium has passed. Thank you to the researchers\, clinicians\, students\, and advocacy leaders who contributed to this year’s event and helped strengthen cross-institutional collaboration across North Texas. \nYou may view our 2026 Symposium Award Winners here \nThis page will remain available for reference as we continue building the DFW Alliance and preparing for future symposium events. \nPlease stay tuned for upcoming updates. \n  \nHosted by Metrocare’s Altshuler Center for Education and Research (ACER)\, in partnership with faculty from UT Southwestern\, UT Dallas\, UT Arlington\, University of North Texas\, and East Texas A&M University – Commerce. \n\nMetrocare is the largest provider of mental health services in North Texas. Metrocare’s ACER supports clinical research in real-world settings\, driving treatment innovations that bring renewed hope to those in public mental health. \n\n\nThe symposium brings together researchers across the DFW metroplex to share emerging work\, strengthen cross-university partnerships\, and spark new research collaborations. Attendees are encouraged to present ongoing projects\, pilot findings\, or planned studies to receive feedback and expand collaborative networks within the region. The Symposium provides a venue for exposing research ahead of publication. \n\nWe cannot wait to see you at the Symposium! \nSymposium Agenda\n8:30 – 9:00AM – Registration and Breakfast\n9:00 – 9:50AM – Metrocare Welcome featuring John Burruss\, MD [Bio]\n10 – 10:50AM – Poster Session 1 and Selected Oral Talks\n11:00 – 11:45AM – Keynote featuring Joseph Guillory\, MD [Bio]\n12:00 – 12:50PM – Lunch & Mentor / Mentee Sessions\n1:00 – 1:50PM – Poster Session 2 and Featured Talk- Choosing a Major\, Graduate Program\, and Advisor\n2:00 – 3:00 PM – Closing Remarks with the DFW Research Alliance Panel \nPoster Abstract Submissions\nWe invite researchers of all backgrounds and levels of experience to submit an abstract. You can find more information about submissions here. Abstracts will be accepted from December 5th\, 2025 until March 23rd\, 2026 at 11:59PM CST. The oral talk submission deadline has passed. However\, high merit posters will be considered for an award.
URL:https://www.metrocareservices.org/event/dfw-alliance-in-mental-behavioral-health-research-symposium/
LOCATION:Scottish Rite for Children | T. Boone Pickens Training and Conference Center\, 2222 Welborn Street\, Dallas\, TX\, 75219\, United States
CATEGORIES:Acer Training,Metrocare
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SUMMARY:PICA Training
DESCRIPTION:Learning Objectives: \n1. Define pica and distinguish it from developmentally appropriate oral exploration and culturally sanctioned practices. \n2. Identify common and dangerous substances associated with pica and recognize associated medical risks. \n3. Recognize behavioral\, medical\, and systemic signs of pica across pediatric\, adult\, and IDD populations. \n4. Explain the multifactorial causes of pica\, including biological\, nutritional\, psychological\, developmental\, and environmental factors. \n5. Describe evidence-based diagnostic approaches\, including appropriate laboratory testing and imaging when indicated. \n6. Discuss multidisciplinary treatment strategies\, including medical management\, behavioral interventions\, nutritional support\, and caregiver education. \n7. Apply prevention and monitoring strategies to reduce risk and improve outcomes\, particularly in individuals with developmental disabilities. \n  \nClick here to register
URL:https://www.metrocareservices.org/event/pica-training/
LOCATION:TX
CATEGORIES:Metrocare
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SUMMARY:BCBA/BCaBA Hiring Event
DESCRIPTION:Metrocare’s Center for Children with Autism is hosting a BCBA/BCaBA Hiring Event on Friday\, October 16.  \nEvent Details \n\nFriday\, October 16th\nBCBA/BCaBA Candidates\nFor our CCAM Program\n9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.\nRegistration required; candidates must sign up for a 30-minute interview slot\n\nWhat Can Candidates Expect? Each 30-minute session will include: \n\nA tour of the CCAM Center\nA visit to the All Abilities Playground\nAn interview with members of our leadership team\n\nRegistration Deadline: Wednesday\, October 14th at 5:00 p.m. \n\n\n                \n                        \n                            BCBA/BCaBA Hiring Event Registration\n                             \n                        \n                        Name(Required)Email Address(Required)Are you a BCBA or BCaBA?(Required)\n								\n								Yes\n							\n								\n								No\n							Please enter all credentials(Required)Please select your preferred timeslot(Required)Note: Submitting a request does not reserve your time slot. Appointments are available on a first-come\, first-served basis. Please wait for a confirmation message before considering your time slot reserved.\n			\n					\n					9:00 - 9:30 AM\n			\n			\n					\n					9:30 - 10:00 AM\n			\n			\n					\n					10:00 - 10:30 AM\n			\n			\n					\n					10:30 - 11:00 AM\n			Please choose any alternate time slots you would be able to attend\n								\n								9:00 - 9:30 AM\n							\n								\n								9:30 - 10:00 AM\n							\n								\n								10:00 - 10:30 AM\n							\n								\n								10:30 - 11:00 AM\n							\n         Submit
URL:https://www.metrocareservices.org/event/bcba-bcaba-hiring-event/
LOCATION:Metrocare Center for Children with Autism – Hillside\, 3230 Remond Dr\, Dallas\, Texas\, 75211\, United States
CATEGORIES:Metrocare
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