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Duration:
1 hour
Presented by:
UCLA Child & Youth Behavioral Health Center of Excellence
Featuring:
Claudia Avalos-Garcia, LMFT
Relevant categories:
Community Mental Health Severe Mental Illness Substance Use
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Overview


This online course on dual diagnosis is designed specifically for community mental health workers who play a vital role in promoting mental health awareness and supporting individuals with comorbid conditions. Dual diagnosis refers to the co-occurrence of a mental health disorder and a substance use disorder, which presents unique challenges for individuals, families, and providers. In this course, participants will gain a basic understanding of dual diagnosis, including its definition, the associated stigma, risk factors, early warning signs, integrated treatment approaches, available treatments, and initial interventions. Join us in this course to broaden your knowledge, develop essential skills, and make a positive impact in addressing dual diagnosis while promoting mental health and wellbeing.

  Keywords: community care, mental health, stigma, substance use, whole person care
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Learning objectives


  • Define dual diagnosis
  • Describe the stigma associated with comorbidities
  • Recognize risk factors and early warning signs
  • Explain the importance of integrated treatment
  • Identify 3 types of treatments available
  • Identify initial interventions

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