The Neuroscience of Addiction and the Role of Medications in Treatment and Recovery
2 Hours | 2 CEs
This on-demand professional training program on the Neuroscience of Addiction and the Role of Medications in Treatment and Recovery is presented by Mita M. Johnson Ed.D.
As our understanding of the impact of addictions on the brain and body progresses, so does our need for integrated, science-driven practices that help a person functionally recover. Specifically, there has been much confusion about the types of medications available to help a client recover and thrive, as well as many myths about the role of medications in treatment and recovery.
This program focuses on dispelling myths - bridging science and practice as we identify practices that treat the whole person, including the integrated use of specific medications.
Intended Audience
This on-demand professional training program is intended for mental health and other allied professionals
Experience Level
This on-demand professional training program is appropriate for beginner, intermediate, and advanced level clinicians.
CE / CPD Credit
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Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this program you will be able to:
Describe addiction and addictive disorders and the key risk factors for developing an addiction
Describe the impact of addictions on the brain and body
Describe integrated practices (medical + psychotherapeutic) that have evidence of helping clients succeed in treatment and recovery
Describe medications that have been found to be helpful as a part of integrated care as well as highlight cutting-edge research currently studying alternative medications and substances
Presented By
Mita M Johnson, Ed.D
Mita M Johnson, EdD, NCC, LPC, LMFT, LAC, ACS, LMFT-S, MAC, SAP, EMDR, BC-THP has been practicing in the world of mental health, marriage and family, and addictions counseling for the past 30 years. She earned her Doctorate in counselor education and supervision and is a core faculty member in the S...
Curriculum
1. Introduction
2. Substance Dependence
3. Addiction Cycle
4. Medication Assisted Treatment
5. Continuum of Care
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CE Credit
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Convenience & Flexibility
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CE Sponsorship Information
Palo Alto University, Continuing and Professional Studies (CONCEPT) is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. Palo Alto University, Continuing and Professional Studies (CONCEPT) maintains responsibility for this program and its content. Palo Alto University, Continuing and Professional Studies (CONCEPT) is approved by the Canadian Psychological Association to offer continuing education for psychologists. Palo Alto University, Continuing and Professional Studies (CONCEPT), SW CPE is recognized by the New York State Education Department’s State Board for Social Work as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed social workers #SW-0356 and the New York State Education Department’s State Board for Mental Health Practitioners as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed mental health counselors. #MHC-0073. Palo Alto University, Continuing and Professional Studies (CONCEPT) has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 6811. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. CONCEPT Professional Training, #1480, is approved to offer social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. Organizations, not individual courses, are approved as ACE providers. State and provincial regulatory boards have the final authority to determine whether an individual course may be accepted for continuing education credit. CONCEPT Professional Training maintains responsibility for this course. ACE provider approval period: 11/22/23-11/22/26. Social workers completing this course receive (clinical or social work ethics) continuing education credits.