Explore information on the use of the current edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM) diagnosis and treatment of mental disorders
Identify the nature of depressive symptoms, the relationship between these symptoms and the toxic or withdrawal effects of substances, and how depressive symptoms affect treatment participation.
Explore approaches and psychosocial interventions for working with depressive symptoms, and the clinician's role and responsibilities in relation to substance abuse clients with depressive symptoms.
Determine specific principles, skills, techniques, and resources that may by used in implementing treatment strategies with clients.
Recognize the interactive and collaborative process between the counselor and client and how it supports change and enhances psychological and emotional growth.
Explore multicultural and pluralistic trends; social or cultural issues affecting individuals, couples and families
Understand the history of detoxification services
Identify the guiding principles of detoxification and substance abuse treatment
Identify challenges to providing effective detoxification
Identify the role of various settings in the delivery of detoxification services
The value weight and address psychosocial and biomedical issues during detoxification
Implement strategies for engaging in retaining patients in detoxification
Identify special considerations for patients needing detoxification including cultural diversity, single parents with small children, and financial barriers
Identify clinician characteristics most important to the therapeutic alliance
Understand the proper use of each psychosocial and biomedical screening and assessment instrument
Identify the clinical symptoms of intoxication and withdrawal from the most common substances
Identify medical complications of overdose or withdrawal from the most common substances
Define social detoxification
Identify the basic steps for management of delirium and seizures during alcohol withdrawal
Identify the different methods used for detoxification from each of the different most commonly used substances
Identify special populations, such as pregnant women, and special issues they may face during detoxification
Identify the general principles of care for patients with co-occurring medical conditions
Identify the general principles of care for patients with co-occurring psychiatric conditions