Introduction to substance abuse

Uncover the complexities of addiction and learn effective intervention strategies.

$200

Instructor: Dr. Mark PinkertonLanguage: English

About the course

Description:

Addictionology is a course that delves into the study and treatment of various forms of addiction, including substance abuse, gambling addiction, and more. Gain a comprehensive understanding of the causes, effects, and interventions for addictive behaviors.

Key Highlights:

Study addiction from a multi-disciplinary perspective

Explore treatment modalities for different types of addiction

Understand the psychological and physiological aspects of addiction

What you will learn:

Identify Risk Factors
Learn how to recognize the predisposing factors that contribute to addictive behaviors.

Intervention Techniques
Discover evidence-based strategies for addressing and managing addiction in clinical settings.

Preventive Measures
Explore preventive measures and relapse prevention strategies to support individuals recovering from addiction.

Understand the Neuroanatomy and Biology of Addiction                                            Our brains have patterns of responding to addictive substances. These patterns help predict the responsiveness to treatments available.

Syllabus

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Practice tests

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