Drug & Alcohol Awareness

Learn about the effects of drugs and alcohol on the body and mind, and how to recognize signs of abuse.

This comprehensive course covers the fundamentals of substance awareness, including the effects of various substances on physical and mental health, recognizing signs of substance abuse, and understanding the path to recovery. You'll learn from experts in the field and gain practical knowledge that can be applied in real-world situations

• Understand the difference between use, abuse, and addiction.
• Review the effects and types of various commonly abused substances
• Identify potential underlying reasons or triggers that contribute to alcohol and drug abuse.
• Recognize the significant personal consequences of substance abuse, including a criminal record, fines, and potential incarceration, health consequences and destruction of healthy relationships.
• Understand the impact of addiction on oneself, loved ones, and the wider community.
• Learn about the concept of emotional regulation and behavior change.
• Explore strategies for resisting the urge to use and making ethical decisions.
• Understand how to seek help if struggling with compulsive or addictive behaviors.