VIRTUAL-Neurobiology of Addiction (520/102)

This event has been cancelled. If you have any questions, please contact the event planner directly.

THIS IS HAS BEEN SPLIT INTO TWO DAYS 9AM-12PM-YOU MUST ATTEND BOTH DAYS TO RECEIVE CREDITS

Wednesday May 6th,2020 9am-12pm & Thursday May 7th, 2020 9am-12pm

Registration: 8:30 am - 9:00 am
Training: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

THIS HAS BEEN MOVED TO BE A VIRTUAL ZOOM MEETING. PLEASE REGISTER TO RECEIVE THE ZOOM LOGIN CREDENTIALS

WORKSHOP INFORMATION

Description:

Cognitive neuroscience, where psychology meets biology, has enabled us to clarify some of the biological bases for substance use and other addictive disorders. This workshop will examine connections between the brain changes and psychological/emotional/behavioral components of addictive disorders. The progression of these disorders will be discussed along with their increasing resistance to change and the implications for treatment..

Objectives:

Upon completion of this workshop, participants will be able to:

Participants will be able to list brain structures implicated in these disorders and their roles
Participants will be able to describe the effects of drugs of abuse
Participants will be able to describe the process by which these disorders take on a life of their own.
Participants will be able to list three strategies to help clients loosen the grip of addictive disorders.
Participants will be able to describe the actions of psychotropic meds and their value in treatment of these disorders.

Sponsored by:

MA Department of Public Health, Bureau of Substance Addiction Services & AdCare Educational Institute, Inc.