Managing Addiction: A Framework for Successful Treatment from edX

Addiction is such a common problem today that people experiencing alcohol, nicotine or other drug problems present in many different healthcare settings. The challenge of linking people experiencing addiction to the right response is a serious one, and much depends on understanding addiction and recognising the role that we all play in the pathway to recovery.

This course is intended to help you meet this challenge by increasing your understanding of the biology of addiction and the available treatment options in the different stages of the recovery journey.

Key questions we will look at in this course include:

When do we call “excessive use” addiction?
Why is it so difficult to change addictive behaviour?
Who can play a role to get people on the track to recovery?
How do you respond to people with mild to moderate problems?
How can you assess and increase motivation to change?
What sort of interventions can support a person experiencing severe addiction?
What is my role as a professional, either within or outside of addiction care?
How can I identify the best of the many options available?
What are hurdles to get the right support to manage addiction around the world?

This course explores the “Recovery Pathway,” an easy-to-use framework for helping people with addiction move successfully from addiction to recovery. It helps plan a pathway through screening and assessment, to withdrawal and long-term relapse prevention. The course will examine a range of psychosocial interventions and medication-assisted treatments. You will review the biological basis of behaviour and treatment related to the stage of recovery, as well as evidence-based and service delivery considerations. This course is an ideal starting-point for healthcare professionals who want to get to grips with effective approaches to treating addiction.

If this MOOC topic is of interest to you, there are a number of University of Adelaide programs which may be of interest. You can find these listed here. Please note that MOOCs are intended to give a taster to University of Adelaide study but do not amount to credit into University courses

What's inside

Learning objectives

Framework for pathways to recovery
How to identify people at risk of addiction

Applied understanding of intervention and treatment options

Framework for pathways to recovery
How to identify people at risk of addiction
Applied understanding of intervention and treatment options

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Develops a framework for understanding addiction and designing recovery pathways

Offers evidence-based interventions and treatment options for addiction

Taught by experts in the field of addiction treatment

Provides a comprehensive overview of the biology of addiction and its implications for treatment

Suitable as an introduction for healthcare professionals looking to gain insights into addiction treatment approaches

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Learners say this course excels in providing a comprehensive framework for understanding and treating addiction. They particularly praise the interactive case studies and engaging assignments.

Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Managing Addiction: A Framework for Successful Treatment with these activities:

Review DSM Criteria

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Review the DSM-5 criteria to solidify your understanding of addiction as a disorder.

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Visit the DSM-5 website.
Browse the criteria for substance use disorders.
Identify the key symptoms and diagnostic markers.

Complete Addiction Screening Tools

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Practice using screening tools to assess patients for addiction risk.

Browse courses on Audit

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Familiarize yourself with different screening tools.
Complete practice questions and scenarios.

Organize Course Materials for Future Reference

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Ensure you have easy access to course materials for ongoing learning.

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Create a dedicated folder or notebook for course materials.
Organize materials by topic or module.
Highlight and make notes on important concepts.

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Career center

Learners who complete Managing Addiction: A Framework for Successful Treatment will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Social Worker

Social Workers provide support and assistance to people who are struggling with a variety of issues, including addiction. They help people access resources, develop coping mechanisms, and build a support network.

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Addiction Counselor

Addiction Counselors provide support and guidance to people who are struggling with addiction. They help people understand their addiction, develop coping mechanisms, and build a support network.

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Substance Abuse Counselor

Substance Abuse Counselors work to help people who are struggling with addiction and substance use disorders. They provide support, advice, and guidance to help people get sober and stay sober.

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Psychiatrist

Psychiatrists are medical doctors who specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of mental health disorders, including addiction.

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Psychologist

Psychologists provide therapy and counseling to people who are struggling with a variety of mental health issues, including addiction. They help people understand their addiction, develop coping mechanisms, and build a support network.

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Registered Nurse

Registered Nurses provide care to patients in a variety of settings, including hospitals, clinics, and nursing homes. They may work with patients who are struggling with addiction.

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Case Manager

Case Managers work with people who are struggling with a variety of issues, including addiction. They help people access resources, develop coping mechanisms, and build a support network.

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Licensed Practical Nurse

Licensed Practical Nurses provide care to patients in a variety of settings, including hospitals, clinics, and nursing homes. They may work with patients who are struggling with addiction.

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Recovery Coach

Recovery Coaches provide support and guidance to people who are in recovery from addiction. They help people stay sober, develop coping mechanisms, and build a support network.

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Behavioral Health Technician

Behavioral Health Technicians provide support and assistance to people who are struggling with mental health and substance use disorders. They may work in a variety of settings, including hospitals, clinics, and nursing homes.

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Peer Support Specialist

Peer Support Specialists provide support and guidance to people who are struggling with addiction. They share their own experiences with addiction and recovery to help others.

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Probation Officer

Probation Officers supervise and provide support to people who have been convicted of a crime and are on probation. They may work with people who are struggling with addiction.

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Correctional Officer

Correctional Officers work in prisons and jails to provide security and rehabilitation to inmates. They may work with inmates who are struggling with addiction.

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Police Officer

Police Officers enforce the law and protect the public. They may work with people who are struggling with addiction.

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Firefighter

Firefighters respond to fires and other emergencies. They may work with people who are struggling with addiction.

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