Course Description
This home study course provides information for clinicians who may encounter clients with cognitive deficits related to chronic substance use disorder. The course highlights ways in which chronic substance use may affect the brain, the variables that influence the effects of chronic substance use, the clinical implications of neurological effects of chronic substance use, and how practitioners can help.
Learning Objectives
Discuss the ways in which chronic substance use may affect the brain
Explain the physical damage directly or indirectly caused by substance abuse.
Discuss the variables that influence the effects of chronic substance use.
Explain the clinical implications of neurological effects of chronic substance use.
Samhsa Mental Health Service
Course Certificate
(75% of quiz marks)
