Learning Outcomes

Introduction to Drug and Alcohol Addiction

Addiction in the Workplace

Recovery and Aftercare

Lesson Summary

This module will explore the issues surrounding drug and alcohol addictions. There are different types of addictions with varying health consequences, and awareness has been shown to help in preventing them. We will discuss treatment methods, aftercare protocols for long-term success and the legislation the government uses against illicit drugs.

Course assessment - Introduction to Drug and Alcohol Awareness

Learn about drug and alcohol addiction, treatments, and aftercare for recovering sufferers in this free online course.

Introduction to Drug and Alcohol Awareness

Drug and alcohol intake have been linked to various medical disorders and are a leading cause of morbidity and premature death worldwide. Awareness can make a big difference in preventing drug and alcohol abuse. This course explores the roots of addictions, and their negative impact on a person's health and lifestyle. We also discuss alternative treatments and aftercare strategies for those who are seeking to build a new life. Enrol now!

Introduction to Drugs and Alcohol

Health Impacts of Drugs and Alcohol

Social Implications of Drugs and Alcohol

Prevention Strategies and Approaches

In this module, you’ll be introduced to the definition and classifications of drugs, including the historical and contemporary use of drugs. You’ll learn about drug addiction, legal drugs, illegal drugs, and the health impacts of drugs and alcohol. We’ll analyse the social implications of drugs and alcohol and ways to avoid substance misuse.

Personal Empowerment and Decision-Making

Building Safe Communities

Youth and Vulnerable Populations

This module begins by exploring the relationship between self-awareness and peer pressure in the misuse of substances. You will learn how to resist substance abuse and make wise decisions. We’ll teach you the role of self-esteem in substance abuse, intervention options for substance abuse and the importance of early intervention.

Drugs and Alcohol - Awareness and Prevention - Course Assessment

Learn how to help people make better choices to prevent drug and alcohol misuse in this free online wellness course.

Drugs and Alcohol - Awareness and Prevention

Are you concerned about the impact of drugs and alcohol on your life or those of your loved ones? Effective drug awareness campaigns promote responsible drug use and reduce the likelihood of misuse. This wellness course examines drug classifications and the health effects and social implications of various substances. We explain how to raise drug and alcohol awareness to combat their misuse and discuss how to prevent and treat addiction.

Understanding Substance Abuse, Addictions and Mental Health

Alcohol, Tobacco, Drink and Drug driving

Stimulants and community Development Response

This module is the foundation of this program and covers in detail the drugs, their effects and how it impacts the psycho-social functioning of a person. You will also look at the cycle of addiction and how people progress from experimentation to full-blown addiction and realise the risks and consequences.

Interventions and Psycho Spirituality

Understanding Human Behaviour and the Driving Factors

Pleasure Unwoven and Principles of the Brain

Go deep into the subject of dual diagnosis. Explore addiction and its relations with mental health issues. Understand what mental health issues are, what they look like, and how they develop. Recognise underlying issues that predispose people towards addictive behaviour and learn the mechanism behind the brain system veering towards addiction.

Ottawa charter, Drug Strategic Framework and Pharmacotherapies

Orthomolecular Science and Functional Medicine

Maintaining optimal Health

Diploma in Addictions, Substance Abuse and Mental Health Treatment - Assessment 1

This module introduces you to the bigger picture in the fight against drug abuse and mental health. You learn about the best harm minimisation strategies and understand the benefit of optimal health for smooth brain functioning and how to use it as a tool and resource to create healthy individuals and communities.

Brain works – Neurophysiology

Psychosis vs Dissociation and Library of Science

Orthomolecular Science and Integrative Psychiatry

This module looks at how the brain works, the neurophysiology behind this, and how to optimise brain functions. The subjects are described through the path-breaking work of Dr. Carolyn Leaf on brain cells and memory building, Dr. McCauley's work on reward pathways, Dr. Ross on psychosis vs dissociation, and Dr. Amen’s on integrative psychiatry.

Underlying Issues that causes Anger

Dealing with Ambivalence and Internal Conflict

Negative Thinking, Neuroplasticity and Cross Cultural Issues

Intervention and Tripod of Support

Diploma in Addictions, Substance Abuse and Mental Health Treatment - Assessment 2

In this module, unpack and work through some common themes and issues that people with dual diagnosis have to tackle and work through. Learn to apply those principles of healing to yourself and to those you care about. You will also look at brief and early interventions and set up a tripod of support for people you care about.

Diploma in Addictions, Substance Abuse and Mental Health Treatment - Course Assessment

Explore the impact and treatments of a combination of substance abuse and mental disorders in this free online course.

Diploma in Addictions, Substance Abuse and Mental Health Treatment

‘Dual diagnosis’ is a condition where mental disorders and substance abuse problems simultaneously appear. Also referred to as ‘co-occurring disorders’ (COD), this condition can severely impact the mental health of those affected. It is therefore prudent to understand such a dual diagnosis and how to deal with it. This course outlines the symptoms, impacts and treatments of dual diagnosis and trains you to help the community.

Introduction to Alcohol Dependence

Alcoholism Causes and Psychosocial Therapies

Self Therapies and Pharmacotherapies

Complementary Therapy and Therapy Effects

In this module, you will explore alcohol dependence, delving into its background, epidemiology, and the psychiatric conditions associated with alcoholism. You will learn about the causes of alcoholism, various psychosocial therapies, self-help therapies, and pharmacotherapies. Additionally, you will gain insights into complementary therapies.

Alcohol Dependence: Evidence-Based Treatment - Course Assessment

This free online course explores the psychiatric conditions, causes and psychosocial therapies for alcohol dependence.

Alcohol Dependence: Evidence-Based Treatment

Alcohol dependence prevalence can be affected by gender, ethnicity, and various sociocultural factors. This course offers evidence-based treatments and delves into the complexities of alcohol dependence. Healthcare professionals will acquire the psychiatric and psychosocial expertise needed to tackle this issue. Enroll in this course today to become a leader in diagnosing, managing, and treating alcohol dependence.

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