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Description:
Addictions 101 – A Recovery & Wellness Framework offers participants an introduction to the medical model of addiction, including the effects of addiction on the body and brain, as well as basic pharmacology and treatment. Designed for the Recovery Coach professional, this workshop honors the power of personal recovery and self-definition. Through a series of interactive exercises, participants are challenged to consider their own definition(s), experiences, biases and assumptions of addiction. This 1-day workshop includes the following:
A review of addiction models - medical, community, etc. Exploration/articulation of drug abuse vs. drug addiction and the human brian Facilitated exercises for understanding interventions, treatment & recovery
Objectives:
Upon completion of this training, the participants will:
UMASS Lowell Inn & Conference Center 50 Warren Street Lowell, MA 01852 United States