This general course explores the concept of addiction. Addiction is defined and signs and symptoms are examined. Graphic representations are provided that address the “reward circuitry” as to how addiction gets firmly established. This is an excellent course for those wanting to have a better understanding of the human experience of addiction. A comprehensive handout for developing a plan to manage alcohol use is included in this course.

This course provides information on how to increase your self-esteem. Included is a discussion of negative thoughts and how to change those that are deemed unwanted or troubling. Several practical self-esteem building activities are suggested, as a means of helping you feel better about yourself.

This course provides an introductory overview of abusive substances and tools for coping. It consists of some of our most popular courses: Substance Misuse, Tobacco Addiction and Your Health, Cocaine: A Powerful Stimulant, Marijuana: Harmful or Harmless? What is Alcohol Addiction?, and Coping Skills and Substances.

What You Should Know & Thirty-Seven Warning Signs of Addiction: Knowing where to find information about addiction and relapse prevention is a good start to recovery. This course combines two of our courses: Substance Resources: What You Should Know and Thirty-Seven Signs of Relapse. All the information that you will need in just one course!

This course explores caffeine, a naturally occurring chemical compound. We will examine how caffeine works, the impact of caffeine on the body, what constitutes caffeine addiction, overdose, and withdrawal symptoms. Emergency room visits involving energy drinks are discussed in the DAWN report.

Club drugs are a group of different chemicals used at dances, raves, and concerts. This mixed audio presentation and readings course examines three club drugs: MDMA, Ketamine, and GHB. The history, subjective effects, and side effects are discussed for each drug.

This course explores cocaine, a powerfully addictive stimulant. We will examine the impact of cocaine on the brain, how the drug is abused, the effects of short/long-term usage, and the scope of use within the country. Additionally, we will examine some of the latest research being conducted.

Anger can be a paralyzing emotion that causes strained relationships, problems at work or school, and ultimately health-related illnesses. This course includes a discussion of four approaches to decreasing anger: thinking differently, managing stress, recognizing triggers, and taking action. A comprehensive handout for developing a plan to manage anger is included with the course.

This course explores the relationship between substance use and coping skills. The importance of developing coping skills as a way to manage real and/or perceived adversity will be examined. The idea of developing a “toolbox” of coping skills will be presented, along with a number of handouts that will provide exercises to increase one’s coping skills.

This course provides an overview of how depression affects men. Included is a discussion of the signs/symptoms, causes, and types of mental illnesses that often accompany depression. An explanation of treatment options and resources are also provided.

This course provides an overview of how depression affects women. Included is a discussion of the signs/symptoms, causes, and types of mental illnesses that often accompany depression. An explanation of treatment options and resources are also provided.

This course is intended to educate both the employee and employer. It is important for the employee to recognize the reasons behind the employer’s decision to establish a drug-free workplace policy, as well as to have an understanding of all that goes into this policy. The employer will gain a thorough understanding of a drug-free workplace policy when reviewing the materials.

This course explores the impact of a diagnosis of HIV/AIDS when combined with chemical usage. We will examine the effects on the immune system, potential drug interactions with treatment medications, and will provide basic information about HIV/AIDS. Additionally, we will examine some of the latest research, which highlights the state of science related to this area.

This course examines the nature of addiction through scientific research. It demonstrates how addiction affects both the brain and behavior. It attempts to fill the knowledge gap about disease, the harmful consequences of abuse, and basic approaches to prevent and treat addiction.

This course explores the various types of eating disorders and the characteristics associated with each type. It examines various treatment options and research to support effectiveness. Eating disorder statistics have been provided across a variety of populations, as well as a spotlight on eating disorders from the National Institute of Mental Health.

Este curso ofrece una visión general del abuso de drogas y la adicción. Se incluye una explicación de la adicción y un repaso de la marihuana y la cocaína dependencia. Los estudiantes también aprenderán los posibles efectos negativos del uso de estas sustancias.

This course provides an overview of drug abuse and addiction. Included are an explanation of addiction and a review of marijuana and cocaine dependency. Students will also learn the potential negative impact of using these substances.