Pharmacology of Recovery (2 Hours)
Objectives
- Review the function of the most common neurotransmitters (Dopamine, Serotonin, GABA, Glutamate, Norepinephrine, Acetylcholine)
- Explore how different drugs interact with brain chemistry to produce the reward
- Learn how the brain's natural protective mechanisms actually cause withdrawal symptoms, and what that means
- Identify mental health issues associated with imbalances between these neurochemicals
- Examine ways to deal with chemical imbalances