This course is NOT suitable for CEUs. It will, however, provide 2 hours of addiction specific training to people working towards certification or licensure as an addiction professional.
Objectives
Review the criteria for substance use disorder
Discuss substance induced disorders
Learn mnemonics to identify signs of intoxication and withdrawal as well as mental health symptoms
Explore information on the use of the current edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM) diagnosis and treatment of mental disorders;
Understand the interaction between the diagnoses
Identify how many "problem” behaviors are semi-functional adaptations to help the person survive
Develop an understanding for how a positive change in any one area can lead to positive changes throughout the system