Substance use and abuse pose significant public health challenges worldwide.

Provide participants with a thorough understanding of substance use disorders, risk factors associated with substance abuse, and effective prevention and intervention strategies.

Course curriculum

    1. Course Overview

    1. Introduction

    2. Epidemiology of Substance Use

    3. Neurobiology of Addiction

    4. Risk Factors and Protective Factors

    5. Quiz 1

    1. Introduction

    2. Screening Tools and Assessment Instruments

    3. Diagnostic Criteria and Clinical Assessment

    4. Cultural Competence and Ethical Considerations

    5. Quiz 2

    1. Introduction

    2. Pharmacotherapy for Substance Use Disorders

    3. Behavioral Interventions and Psychotherapy

    4. Relapse Prevention and Aftercare

    5. Quiz 3

    1. Key Takeaways

    2. References

About this course

  • $12.00
  • 18 lessons
  • 0.5 hours of video content

Course Targets

Participants will be able to:

Understand the epidemiology and impact of substance use disorders on individuals, families, and communities.

Learn how substance use disorders affect public health and well-being across different demographics and societal levels.

Identify common substances of abuse, including alcohol, tobacco, opioids, stimulants, and illicit drugs.

Gain knowledge about various addictive substances and their prevalence, effects, and associated risks.

Explore the biological, psychological, and social risk factors contributing to the development of substance use disorders.

Examine the complex interplay of genetic, mental health, and environmental factors that can lead to substance abuse and addiction.