Course Code: REL-BHC-0-TOUDAAYA
Hours: 1.5
Type: Online Course
Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2024
Learning Objectives:
Define the scope of opioid use and opioid use disorders among individuals aged 13-25.
Discuss the unique characteristics of opioid use and barriers to treatment among adolescents and young adults.
List evidence-based practices for treating opioid use disorders in adolescents and young adults.
Identify comorbidities common to opioid use disorders, such as other types of substance use, co-occurring mental health disorders, or physical health ailments.
Outline:
Section 1: Introduction
About This Course
Learning Objectives
Section 2: The Scope of Opioid Use and Misuse Among Individuals 13 to 25 Years Old
Meet Jonathan
Prevalence of Use Among Adolescents and Young Adults
Unique Characteristics of Opioids
Review
Summary
Section 3: Characteristics of Opioid Use Among Adolescents and Young Adults
Biological and Developmental Factors
Social/Environmental Factors
Other Substance Use
Age of Onset Factors
Recognizing Risk Factors
Barriers to Treatment
Review
Summary
Section 4: Evidence-Based Practices: Screening and Treating Opioid Use Disorders in Adolescents and Young Adults
Screening for Opioid Use in Adolescents and Young Adults
Evaluating Opioid Use in Individuals 13 to 25 Years Old
Opioid Detoxification
Medication-Assisted Treatment
Psychosocial Treatments
Review
Summary
Section 5: OUD and Common Co-Occurring Disorders
Co-Occurring Disorders
Psychiatric Disorders
Other Substance Use Disorders
Medical Conditions
Review
Summary
Section 6: Conclusion
Course Summary
Course Contributor
Resources
References
Instructor: Bryn Davis, LPC, MAC
Bryn Davis received a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology & Sociology from the University of Virginia and a Master of Education in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Lynchburg College. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Virginia and a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor in North Carolina. She also holds a national certification as a Master Addiction Counselor (MAC) through NAADAC, the Association for Addiction Professionals. Additionally, she is certified as a Clinical Telemental Health Provider. Prior to joining Relias in 2020, she served as Clinical Director of a community mental health agency, developed an intensive treatment program for individuals diagnosed with substance use disorders, and provided outpatient counseling focused on trauma-informed care.
Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: Beginner level Social Workers; Entry level Marriage and Family Therapists; Entry level Professional Counselors; Entry level Psychologists; Intermediate level Alcohol and Drug Counselors; Nurses; in the following settings: Health and Human Services.
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To earn continuing education credit for this course you must achieve a passing score of 80% on the post-test and complete the course evaluation.
Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous Distance Learning with interactivity which includes quizzes with questions/answers, and posttests.