Description
We’re going to think about the emotional, physical, cultural and societal ideas around drugs, alcohol and what it all means in relation to mental health (without the stigma and judgement that often comes with talking about these experiences).Through sharing a variety of lived and professional experiences, we explore ways to have compassionate conversations around drugs and alcohol, whether you are facing your own challenges, or supporting or working with someone who is.
This course will open up a conversation about some of the tools and strategies that have helped people in managing and supporting addiction.
How do substances and mental health mix?
What is the function of addiction?
How can we have better conversations about drug and alcohol use?
This event will cover:
- The connection between substances and mental health
- Lived and professional experiences of supporting and managing substance use
- Challenge assumptions around substance use and addiction
Trainers
- Justin Kent (Recovery Educator - Peer Worker) — Discovery College
- Jayden Fisher (Recovery Educator - Peer Worker) — St. Vincent's Hospital & Discovery College
- Joe Muro (Senior Mental Health Clinician - Occupational Therapist) — Discovery College - Headspace
Eligibility criteria
Categories:
Capability 6 - Understanding and responding to substance use and addiction,
Capability 10 - Delivering compassionate care, support and treatment,
Capability 11 - Promoting prevention, early intervention and help-seeking
Disciplines:
Allied Health,
Lived Experience Workforce,
Medical,
Nursing,
Other
Levels:
Introductory,
Intermediate
Lifespans:
Adolescent,
Youth,
Adult
10:00 to 15:00 Add to calendar
Moorabbin
Free!
