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Diploma in Addictions, Substance Abuse and Mental Health Treatment
time10-15hrs
timebeginner level
‘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.
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Diploma in Addictions, Substance Abuse and Mental Health Treatment
Explore the impact and treatments of a combination of substance abuse and mental disorders in this free online course.
‘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.
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Module 1
5 Lessons
Drug Abuse and Its Effects
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.
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1.Learning Outcomes
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2.Understanding Substance Abuse, Addictions and Mental Health
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3.Alcohol, Tobacco, Drink and Drug driving
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4.Stimulants and community Development Response
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5.Lesson Summary
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Module 2
5 Lessons
Addictions and Mental Health
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Module 3
6 Lessons
Harm Minimisation and Optimal Health
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Module 4
5 Lessons
Brain Works and Neurophysiology
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Module 5
7 Lessons
Keys to Healing, Intervention and Tripod of Support
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Module 6
1 Lessons
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