Objectives

  • Review the use of Antidepressants, Benzodiazepines, and  Antipsychotic/Atypical Antipsychotic medications in the treatment of mental health and co-occurring disorders
  • Discuss the varied clinical picture when there is a co-occurring mental health and substance abuse issue
  • Examine the current information regarding the use of pharmacotherapy in the treatment of behavioral addictions
  • Generic and Brand Medication Names
  • Purpose of different types of medications
  • Usual Dose and Frequency
  • Potential Side Effects
  • Emergency Conditions and Cautions
  • Substance Use Disorder Treatment Medications