Understand the inner workings of the brain on drugs and how to work effectively with cognitive impairment Alcohol and other drugs can affect the brain in both consistent and idiosyncratic ways. Up to 70% of people in alcohol and other drug treatment have significant temporary or long-term cognitive impairment related to drug use, lifestyle, or
Help your clients to manage strong emotions We all have strong emotions from time to time. People in alcohol and other drug treatment often experience significant difficulties with recognising and self regulating distress. The good news is that being able to recognise and self regulate emotions is a skill that can be learned. Emotion regulation
Gain skills in identifying and responding to complex personality traits Complex personality traits can present a complex set of challenges to engaging and staying connected to care, significantly impacting people’s ability to get the most out of treatment. In this workshop, we will explore the essential elements of what works with people with complex personality
