An overview of stimulants and their effects

The goal of this workshop is to provide treatment professionals with information they can use to feel more knowledgeable and confident when working with individuals who are dependent upon or potentially misusing stimulants.

This workshop has been approved for four (4) hours of Continuing Education.

Topics Covered Include:

• History of Stimulants in the USA
• Use in Different Stages of Development
• Stimulant Use in Popular Culture
• DSM Diagnoses
• Prevalence of Use
• Potential for Dependence
• Physiology and Chemistry of Stimulants
• Medical Issues
• Types of Stimulants
• Psychological Issues
• Methods of Use
• Treatment