Alcohol and Other Drugs and The Brain: Alcohol and Other Drug Essentials for Mental Health Workers
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Alcohol and Other Drugs and The Brain: Alcohol and Other Drug Essentials for Mental Health Workers
3 October @ 9:30 am - 1:00 pm
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Introducing the Alcohol and Other Drug Essentials for Mental Health Workers series
Comorbidity is the norm rather than the exception in mental health. In this new series of half day interactive online workshops designed specifically for the mental health sector, we cover what you need to know about alcohol and other drug presentations in your clients. Walk away with practical knowledge and skills to respond effectively to clients who experience co-occurring alcohol and other drug and mental health issues.
Learn all about current alcohol and other drug issues, evidence based treatments and how to effectively incorporate best practice responses into mental health treatment for clients with alcohol and other drug issues.
Alcohol and Other Drugs and The Brain
In this workshop, learn how the brain can be affected by drug use and how this impacts on functioning. You will gain a thorough understanding of the functional impact of drugs and the effect on treatment and recovery. We will explore what this means for treatment engagement and participation and how to get the best outcomes from your work.
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Gain practical skills
- Understand how alcohol and other drugs affect the brain in the short and longer term
- Adapt treatment to enhance outcomes for people who have cognitive impairments
Who should attend?
This specialist skills workshop series is suitable for new, experienced and advanced practitioners in clinical mental health settings.
Pricing
Early bird:* $300 | Standard: $350 | Group: $28o
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*Early bird pricing ends 3 September