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Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Dependency CEU Course (15 hours)

Description



CH 1-Definitions
CH 2-History
CH 3-DSM Criteria
CH 4-Types of Substance Abuse
CH 5-Prescription Drug Addiction and Dependence
CH 6-Demographic Characteristics
CH 7-Substance Abuse Treatments and Outcomes



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This course is designed to help you:

  • Become familiar with clinical and statistical information regarding substance abuse history, DSM criteria, types of abuse, demographic characteristics, treatment, and outcomes.
  • Define substance abuse and identify its effects.
  • Become familiar with the medical aspects of alcohol abuse/dependence and other types of chemical dependency.
  • Apply current theories of the etiology of substance abuse.
  • Recognize the role of persons and systems that support or compound the abuse.
  • Become familiar with the major treatment approaches to alcoholism and chemical dependency.
  • Learn the national legal aspects of substance abuse.
  • Obtain knowledge of certain populations at risk with regard to substance abuse.
  • Access community resources offering assessment, treatment and follow-up for the abuser and family.
  • Learn the process of referring affected persons.

 

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