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Substance AbuseSubstance abuse problems are common among those who have experienced trauma. The course PTSD and Substance Abuse discusses the complex relationship between PTSD and substance use disorders. Topics covered include comorbidity rates, common issues that arise in treatment, and descriptions of several empirically-based intervention models.

Author: Lisa Najavits, PhD

Continuing Education (CE) Credits: Read the brochure (PDF) required for this course, which lists specialties that may receive credit. See more on CE Credits.

Goals and Objectives

  1. Report prevalence rates for comorbid PTSD and substance abuse
  2. Understand clinically relevant treatment issues related to PTSD and substance abuse
  3. Describe components and empirical support for specific treatments for this dual diagnosis
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