Course Description: This course is for anyone interested in gaining knowledge about chemical dependency and is designed to teach the basic fundamentals of how to cope with addiction. This course defines the aspects of relapse and how the process occurs. Students will review various case studies and examine techniques and strategies used to interrupt the process of relapse. Upon completion of this class students will have the knowledge to develop a comprehensive relapse prevention plan, have the ability to identify, manage relapse warning signs and develop relapse managment methods to maintain a healthy sobriety. This is an independent study class; however class participation is required, and it is dependent upon the learner to complete the required assignments and lesson components. A number of certificates will be issused for students who participate and complete the class. There is no text for this course. All reading material and resources will be provided. Prerequisite: Drug Addiction: Understanding the Effects of Drug Abuse CRN#5789. It is recommended that you take this course; it provides an overview of drug misuse and abuse and how drug use contributes to addiction. Click Here to Enroll Now!

Drug Addiction: Understanding the Effects of Drug Abuse

Course Description: Welcome to Drug Addicition: Understanding the Effects of Drug Abuse. This course provides a comprehensive introduction to understanding the effects of drug use/misuse and drug abuse. This course is useful for anyone who is interested in gaining knowledge and self-awareness of drug issues and the aspects of drug addiction. This course presents an overview of how drugs are regulated and gives a brief description of drug laws. Defines various drugs, their effects, the symptoms, and symptoms of overdose, whithdrawal and indications of misuse. Covers various drug categories and explains how drugs are classified. The psychological and sociological effects of mood altering substances are discussed. This course also explains how addictive behaviors contribute to drug abuse and their implications. It provides treatment methods and techniques for drug dependency. Gaining an understanding of the context in which drugs are misused and abuse will assist students in re-evaluating misuse of various medications and drug use in their own lives. This is an independent study class: however class participation is required, and it is dependent upon the learner to complete the required assignments and lesson components. A number of certificates will be issued for students who participate and completes the class. There is no set text for this course. All reading material and resources will be provided. Click Here to Enroll Now!