DEA Addiction Medicine Essentials

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DEA Addiction Medicine Essentials

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Overview

This course provides an in-depth understanding of the neurobiology of addictions and the assessment, diagnosis and medical management of substance use disorders. Participants will learn about the prevalence and consequences of cannabis, stimulant, opioid and alcohol use disorders. The course will also cover the management of withdrawal from opioids, alcohol and benzodiazepines.

Objectives

Give an overview of the neurobiology of addiction and how it affects the neuroplastic changes in the brain
Screen patients with substance use disorders and provide appropriate treatment
Recognize the prevalence and consequences of cannabis use disorder and its impact on patients’ medical and social well-being
Identify and manage patients with stimulant use disorder and discuss DSM-5 criteria diagnosis
Describe the value of using medication-assisted treatment to help patients with opioid use problems
Identify high-risk factors of patients who are candidates for naloxone
Discuss developmental components of managing patients with alcohol use disorder and commonly used medication-assisted withdrawal techniques

Activity Sponsor

American Osteopathic Academy of Addiction Medicine

Anticipated Credits

8 AMA/PRA Category 1 Credit, AOA Category 1-A

Activity Website

https://www.aoaam.org/

Specialties

Addiction Medicine

Topics

Substance Abuse

Fees

$149