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Addressing Unhealthy Alcohol Use in HIV Clinical Care
Addressing Unhealthy Alcohol Use in HIV Clinical Care
This 1-hour, self-paced course is designed for primary care providers caring for HIV patients. The course familiarizes providers with the advantages of screening for unhealthy alcohol use and equips providers with validated tools and strategies for screening and brief intervention in the context of routine care visits.
Course Objectives:
- Understand the potential health risks associated with alcohol use for persons with HIV.
- Recognize the potential specific impacts of alcohol use on HIV treatment outcomes.
- Develop protocol for routine screening as part of outpatient care visits.
- Perform a brief assessment and intervention as part of an outpatient care visit.
Developed by Christopher W. Kahler P.hD, and Brian Montague, DO, MS, MPH in conjunction with the New England ATTC.
1.0 Hour Continuing Education Available
NAADAC, CME
Women’s Health, Wellness, and Recovery: An Introduction to Women’s Substance Use Disorders and Health
Women’s Health, Wellness, and Recovery: An Introduction to Women’s Substance Use Disorders and Health
This course provides an overview of the health concerns for women with substance use disorders and the importance of integrated health and behavioral health services for early identification and interventions. It is geared toward both health care providers and individuals working in women’s behavioral health. It also includes a women’s HIV update as a special feature.
Developed for SAMHSA by Advocates for Human Potential, Inc. through contract 283-07-3807 (Technical Assistance and Training on Women and Families Impacted by Substance Use and Mental Health Disorders).
1.5 Hours Continuing Education Credit Available
NAADAC