Learning Objectives:
- Understand the role of psychostimulants in the overdose epidemic and recognize population disparities.
- Recognize signs of stimulant intoxication, overdose (overamping), and withdrawal.
- Identify evidence-based interventions for acute stimulant intoxication and post-acute care for stimulant use disorder.
- Describe the basic principles of de-escalation to promote safety for patients with active stimulant use and their caregivers.
- Identify health risks associated with stimulant use and how to apply interventions to reduce these risks.
Event Location
Virtual webinar.
Contact & Accommodations
Grayken Center for Addiction
Event Details
Format
Online/Virtual
Event Type
Training
Topic
Substance use
Host
Substance Use programs
Audience
Community partners and grantees
Emergency Medical Services providers
First responders
Health care providers
Mental health professionals
Prevention coalitions
County
Statewide
Addison
Bennington
Caledonia
Chittenden
Essex
Franklin
Grand Isle
Lamoille
Orange
Orleans
Rutland
Washington
Windham
Windsor
Continuing education credits
No