Awareness of Substance Misuse

Guided Learning Hours (GLH) : 4 hours

Learning Methods: Online

Assessment Methods: Online

Level: CPD

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Description

Substance misuse is when alcohol, illegal drugs, or over-the-counter or prescription medications are used in a way that could be harmful to you or others. In 2020, drug poisoning deaths increased by 3.8% compared to the previous year, and was the highest annual number since records began in 1993. Our online certified CPD Substance Misuse Awareness course will provide you with a range of knowledge and understanding surrounding the subject.

Course Content

Cover the reasons why people use substances, the types of substances that are misused and the factors that can influence the effects of substances.

Study the harmful effects of substance misuse on individuals and society, as well as where to get support and advice on substance misuse.

Covers how stereotyping affects users, how media reporting affects people’s perceptions of substance misuse and statistics about substance misuse.

Look at the risk factors and protective factors for substance misuse, ways to protect individuals from the risks of substance misuse and the barriers to making healthy choices.

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