Dual Diagnosis
Course
In Sheffield
Description
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Type
Course
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Location
Sheffield
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Government funding available
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Dual Diagnosis
This one-day course aims to raise awareness about dual diagnosis and explore approaches and models to working with the dually diagnosed. It consists of a mixture of inputs, case study work and participatory educational exercises.
The specific objectives are for participants:
- To increase awareness of the extent and nature of dual diagnosis of mental health and substance use
- To provide, basic, appropriate information about mental health and substance use
- To examine the interaction between alcohol, drugs, mental health and psychoactive medication
- To explore the risk associated with dual diagnosis
- To highlight the role of non-engagement as a feature of working with the dually diagnosed
- To explore approaches to working with non-engaging dually diagnosed clients
- To provide information about governmental guidance on this issue
Dual Diagnosis