Course Code: REL-BHC-0-STPR
Hours: 1.5
Type: Online Course
Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2024
Learning Objectives:
Describe the relapse process and how neurobiological factors impact that process.
Indicate pharmacological and behavioral interventions that can effectively reduce the risk of relapse.
Identify the key components of an effective relapse prevention plan.
Outline:
Section 1: Introduction
About This Course
Learning Objectives
Section 2: Etiology of Addiction: Setting the Stage for Relapse
Meet Glen
What Does Relapse Mean?
A Variety of Approaches
Neurobiology of Addiction: Basic Aspects of the Brain
Neurotransmitters, Hormones, and Addiction
The Stages of Addiction
The Basal Ganglia and the Binge/Intoxication Stage of Addiction
The Extended Amygdala and the Withdrawal/Negative Affect Stage of Addiction
The Prefrontal Cortex and the Pre-Occupation/Anticipation Stage of Addiction
Let’s Review!
Summary
Section 3: Understanding Relapse
The Transtheoretical Model of Behavior Change: A Model for Understanding Relapse
The Stages of Change and Relapse
Relapse: A Normal Part of the Change Process
Glen, the Stages of Change, and Relapse
Post-Acute Withdrawal and Relapse
The Brain and Relapse: Addiction and Neuroadaptation
Glen’s Brain and His Addiction: The Process of Neuroadaptation
Glen’s Brain After Repeated Use
Co-Occurring Mental Health Disorders and Relapse
Review
Summary
Section 4: Neurobiological Relapse Prevention Strategies
Medication Basics
Pharmacological Interventions for Alcohol Use
Pharmacological Interventions for Opioid Use
More on Glen
Summary
Section 5: Relapse Prevention: Behavioral Interventions
The Marlatt Model of Relapse Prevention
Coping
Positive Outcome Expectancies
The Abstinence Violation Effect
Quick Check
Glen in the Context of the Marlatt Model
Relapse Prevention Intervention Strategies
Additional Relapse Prevention Intervention Strategies
The GORSKI-CENAPS® Model of Recovery and Relapse Prevention
Mindfulness-Based Relapse Prevention
Overview of Mindfulness-Based Relapse Prevention
Urge Surfing
Cultural Considerations
Review
Summary
Section 6: Relapse Prevention Plans
Developing the Plan
Important Components of an Assessment
Starting the Plan
Including Medication-Assisted Treatment in the Plan
Educating Your Clients About Medication
Early Warning Signs of a Relapse
Identifying and Reviewing Early Warning Signs
Listing Early Warning Signs
Working with a List of Early Warning Signs
Coping Strategies
Calming Techniques
Refusal Skills
Interpersonal Coping Strategies: Social Support
Recreational and Leisure Activities
Identifying Triggers
Working with Triggers
Possible Triggers
Trauma
Lapse Management
Learning from a Relapse
Amira's Plan
Summary
Section 7: Conclusion
Course Summary
Course Contributors
Resources
References
Instructor: Lauren Quick-Graham, MSW, LCSW, LCAS, CCS
Lauren received her Master of Social Work degree from North Carolina State University in Raleigh. She has over 13 years of experience working in case management and counseling. She is a PhD student at North Carolina State University focusing on continuing professional education for adult learners. She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist, and Certified Clinical Supervisor in North Carolina. She has worked in private practice, the Veterans Health Administration, and community-based organizations focusing on serving adults with an emphasis on trauma, addictions, chronic pain, and crisis intervention. She has extensive experience providing clinical supervision services to social workers and addiction professionals. Lauren joined Relias as a behavioral health content writer and subject matter expert in 2021.
Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: Beginner level Social Workers; Entry level Alcohol and Drug Counselors; Entry level Professional Counselors; Entry level Psychologists; Marriage and Family Therapists; Nurses; in the following settings: Health and Human Services.
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To earn continuing education credit for this course you must achieve a passing score of 80% on the post-test and complete the course evaluation.
Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous Distance Learning with interactivity which includes quizzes with questions/answers, and posttests.