Addiction Therapy and Addiction Psychology

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• Introduction 02:18

  • 1: Introduction: About instructor & the course 02:18

• Theories of Addiction 26:34

  • 2: The Moral Model 05:38
  • 3: The Psychological Model 06:39
  • 4: The Medical / Disease Model 09:11
  • 5: The Socio-Cultural Model 05:06

• Addiction Treatments 24:38

  • 6: Pharmacotherapy 03:21
  • 7: The Minnesota Model 04:21
  • 8: Counselling and Therapy 06:58
  • 9: Harm Reduction Model 04:48
  • 10: Treatments in Practice 05:10

• Addiction in Society 25:31

  • 11: Drug policies, Legislation and Decriminalisation 08:31
  • 12: Community change, Outreach, Harm Reduction or Abstinence 06:22
  • 13: Alcohol and Drug education 05:43
  • 14: Alcohol and drug related issues in the workplace 04:55

• Addiction in Families 22:29

  • 15: Codependency, Children of alcoholic families, parenting styles, family factors 08:04
  • 16: Relapse for families, ‘letting go’, dependent attitudes and dependent behaviours 04:47
  • 17: Al-Anon 04:48
  • 18: The Intervention Approach 04:50

• Working with Addiction 14:42

  • 19: Why be a ‘helper’ 02:53
  • 20: ‘Helper’ qualities and attitudes 03:35
  • 21: The art of ‘accepting’ 03:46
  • 22: Counselling / ‘helping’ skills 04:28

• Introduction to the course 05:30

  • 23: About the Tutor 01:52
  • 24: Course Overview 03:38

• Introduction to 'Psychology of Addictions' 34:51

  • 25: What is ‘Addiction’? 06:16
  • 26: The Nature of ‘Addictions’ 11:09
  • 27: Do 'Genetics' Play Role in 'Addictive Behaviour'? 08:47
  • 28: Environmental Factors that Contribute to ‘Addictions’ 08:39

• Alcohol-related Addictions 1:12:18

  • 29: Symptomatology of Alcohol Addiction (and ‘Withdrawal’) 09:12
  • 30: Diagnosis of Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD) 08:48
  • 31: Psychological Effects of Alcohol Addiction 08:42
  • 32: Physiological Effects of Alcohol Addiction 07:25
  • 33: Mental Health & Alcohol Addiction 11:35
  • 34: Available treatments (Pharmacology) 09:22
  • 35: Psychological Treatments (therapy, counselling, CBT, REBT) 08:10
  • 36: Steps to Recovery 09:04

• Drug-Related Addictions 1:28:21

  • 37: What Kind of Drugs People Take (Part 1: Amphetamines, Antidepressants, Opioids) 06:42
  • 38: What Kind of Drugs People Take (Part 2: Cocaine, Cannabis, Heroin) 09:05
  • 39: Symptomatology of Drug Addiction 08:45
  • 40: Diagnostic Criteria for Drug-Related Addiction 06:04
  • 41: Psychological Effects of Drug Abuse 09:11
  • 42: Physiological Effects of Drug Abuse 06:14
  • 43: Mental Health & Drug Addictions 09:41
  • 44: Withdrawal Symptoms 05:57
  • 45: What to Do: Overdose 07:12
  • 46: Available Treatments 08:39
  • 47: Steps to Recovery 07:47
  • 48: Thank You and Good Bye! 03:04

Developed with the expertise of leading industry specialists, the Addiction Therapy and Addiction Psychology course has been carefully designed to meet the learning needs of aspiring professionals who wish to make a meaningful impact in this vital field. This program provides the essential knowledge, tools, and practical insights required to build a rewarding and successful career in addiction treatment and psychological support.

This comprehensive course empowers motivated learners to enhance both their personal and professional growth. Many students have already benefited from this program, using the skills and understanding gained to advance into more fulfilling and impactful roles within the mental health and addiction recovery sectors.

Created with guidance from experienced professionals,this course curriculum aligns with current industry standards and equips learners with the competencies needed to contribute effectively to the discipline. Participants will gain valuable expertise in therapeutic approaches, psychological frameworks, and client support strategies essential for establishing a reputable career in this area.

Upon enrolling, students will have access to dedicated tutor support to help them with any academic or course-related questions. Designed by experts for forward-thinking individuals, this popular online course offers a flexible and organized approach to developing the confidence, knowledge, and leadership abilities required to flourish in a quickly changing workplace.

Enroll today in the Addiction Therapy and Addiction Psychology course to strengthen your expertise and advance your professional journey.

Course Curriculum:Addiction Therapy and Addiction Psychology

Here is a curriculum breakdown of the Addiction Therapy and Addiction Psychology course:

Introduction

• Introduction: About instructor & the course

Theories of Addiction

• The Moral Model
• The Psychological Model
• The Medical / Disease Model
• The Socio-Cultural Model

Addiction Treatments

• Pharmacotherapy
• The Minnesota Model
• Counselling and Therapy
• Harm Reduction Model
• Treatments in Practice

Addiction in Society

• Drug policies, Legislation and Decriminalisation
• Community change, Outreach, Harm Reduction or Abstinence
• Alcohol and Drug education
• Alcohol- and drug related issues in the workplace

Addiction in Families

• Codependency, Children of alcoholic families, parenting styles, family factors
• Relapse for families, ‘letting go’, dependent attitudes and dependent behaviours
• Al-Anon
• The Intervention Approach

Working with Addiction

• Why be a ‘helper’
• ‘Helper’ qualities and attitudes
• The art of ‘accepting’
• Counselling / ‘helping’ skills

Introduction to the course

• About the tutor
• Course Overview

Introduction to 'Psychology of Addictions'

• What is ‘Addiction’?
• The Nature of ‘Addictions’
• Do ‘Genetics’ Play Role in ‘Addictive Behaviour’?
• Environmental Factors that Contribute to ‘Addictions’

Alcohol-related Addictions

• Symptomatology of Alcohol Addiction (and ‘Withdrawal’)
• Diagnosis of Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
• Psychological Effects of Alcohol Addiction
• Physiological Effects of Alcohol Addiction
• Mental Health & Alcohol Addiction
• Available treatments (Pharmacology)
• Psychological Treatments (therapy, counselling, CBT, REBT)
• Steps to Recovery

Drug-Related Addictions

• What Kind of Drugs People Take (Part 1: Amphetamines, Antidepressants, Opioids)
• What Kind of Drugs People Take (Part 2: Cocaine, Cannabis, Heroin)
• Symptomatology of Drug Addiction
• Diagnostic Criteria for Drug-Related Addiction
• Psychological Effects of Drug Abuse
• Physiological Effects of Drug Abuse
• Mental Health & Drug Addictions
• Withdrawal Symptoms
• What to Do: Overdose
• Available Treatments
• Steps to Recovery
• Thank You and Good Bye!

Certification of this Addiction Therapy and Addiction Psychology

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The Addiction Therapy and Addiction Psychology training course is ideal for highly driven students who wish to improve your personal and professional abilities while also preparing for the career of their dreams! This Addiction Therapy and Addiction Psychology is also great for persons who want to learn more about this topic in depth and appreciate being up to speed on the newest facts and expertise.

• There are no official requirements for Addiction Therapy and Addiction Psychology.
• Addiction Therapy and Addiction Psychology requires basic internet connection.
• Addiction Therapy and Addiction Psychology requires you to have access to a computer, tablet, or a mobile device.
• Knowledge of basic English.

• Addiction Therapist: £28,000 – £45,000 per year
• Addiction Recovery Practitioner: £24,000 – £38,000 per year
• Clinical Psychologist: £45,000 – £70,000 per year
• Mental Health Support Worker: £22,000 – £35,000 per year

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