Working with People who have Dual Diagnosis
Course available: in-house only (on a date and location of your choice)
Duration: 1 day
This course will raise delegates awareness of relationships between mental illness and drug and alcohol dependency. Participants will look at good practice issues, medical and therapeutic interventions and referral processes.
Course contains
- Understanding dual diagnosis as it relates to mental health, drug and alcohol misuse
- Effects of drugs and alcohol on mental health
- Treatment options, interventions and service models
- Good practice in assessment, referrals and signposting
- Useful contacts and resources.
Suitable for
Front-line professionals who have previous mental health training or some experience of working with mental health issues. Delegates need a basic understanding of alcohol/drug misuse.
