Biopsychosocial Effects of Substances: A Lifespan Approach
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Course overview
Substance use and addiction are pervasive challenges that intersect with nearly every facet of mental health practice, impacting individuals, families, and communities across the lifespan. Understanding the biopsychosocial dynamics of substance use is essential for mental health professionals to effectively address the complex interplay of biological vulnerabilities, psychological factors, and social determinants that contribute to substance-related disorders. This training equips professionals with the latest evidence-based knowledge and skills to identify risk factors, understand the developmental trajectories of substance use, and implement tailored interventions. By fostering a comprehensive understanding of the physiological, emotional, and societal effects of substances, the course empowers practitioners to enhance prevention efforts, improve treatment outcomes, and support recovery in diverse populations.
Subject areas
This course counts toward the state boards and subject areas below.
Alabama Board of Nursing
Licensed Practical Nurse
3h
General CE
Registered Nurse
3h
General CE
Arizona Board of Psychologist Examiners
Psychologist
3h
General
Arkansas State Board of Nursing
Certified Nurse Midwife
3h
Practice-Focused Continuing Education
Certified Nurse Practitioner
3h
Practice-Focused Continuing Education
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist
3h
Practice-Focused Continuing Education
Clinical Nurse Specialist
3h
Practice-Focused Continuing Education
Licensed Practical Nurse
3h
Practice-Focused Continuing Education
Licensed Psychiatric Technician Nurse
3h
Practice-Focused Continuing Education
Registered Nurse
3h
Practice-Focused Continuing Education
Registered Nurse Practitioner
3h
Practice-Focused Continuing Education
California Board of Registered Nursing
Registered Nurse
3h
General
California Board of Vocational Nursing
Licensed Vocational Nurse
3h
General
Colorado Board of Nursing
Licensed Practical Nurse
3h
General CE
Registered Nurse
3h
General CE
Delaware Board of Nursing
Licensed Practical Nurse
3h
General CE
Registered Nurse
3h
General CE
District of Columbia Board of Nursing
Licensed Practical Nurse
3h
Licensed Practical Nurse - Continuing Education
Registered Nurse
3h
Registered Nurse District of Columbia - Continuing Education
Florida Board of Clinical Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy and Mental Health Counseling
Certified Master Social Worker
3h
General
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
3h
General
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
3h
General
Licensed Mental Health Counselor
3h
General
Florida Board of Nursing
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
3h
General
Licensed Practical Nurse
3h
General
Registered Nurse
3h
General
Florida Board of Nursing - Certified Nursing Assistants
Certified Nursing Assistant
3h
General
Florida Board of Psychology
Limited License Psychologist
3h
General
Psychologist
3h
General
Georgia Board of Nursing
Licensed Practical Nurse
3h
General
Registered Professional Nurse
3h
General
Idaho Board of Nursing
Licensed Practical Nurse
3h
General CE
Registered Nurse
3h
General CE
Indiana State Board of Nursing
Licensed Practical Nurse
3h
General
Registered Nurse
3h
General
Kentucky Board of Nursing
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
3h
Addiction Disorders
Licensed Practical Nurse
3h
Continuing education related to nursing
Registered Nurse
3h
Continuing education related to nursing
Louisiana State Board of Nursing
Registered Nurse
3h
General CE
Louisiana State Board of Practical Nurse Examiners
Licensed Practical Nurse
3h
General
Maine State Board of Nursing
Licensed Practical Nurse
3h
General CE
Registered Nurse
3h
General CE
Massachusetts Board of Registration in Nursing
License Practical Nurse
3h
General
Registered Nurse
3h
General
Michigan Board of Nursing
Licensed Practical Nurse
3h
Opioids and Controlled Substance Awareness Training
Licensed Practical Nurse Special Volunteer
3h
Opioids and Controlled Substance Awareness Training
Registered Nurse
3h
Opioids and Controlled Substance Awareness Training
Registered Nurse Special Volunteer
3h
Opioids and Controlled Substance Awareness Training
Minnesota Board of Nursing
Licensed Practical Nurse
3h
General CE
Registered Nurse
3h
General CE
Mississippi Board of Nursing
Certified Nurse Midwife
3h
Prescribing Controlled Substances
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist
3h
Prescribing Controlled Substances
Licensed Practical Nurse
3h
Continuing education related to nursing
Nurse Practitioner
3h
Prescribing Controlled Substances
Registered Nurse
3h
Continuing education related to nursing
Missouri Board of Nursing
Licensed Practical Nurse
3h
General CE
Registered Nurse
3h
General CE
Nevada State Board of Nursing
Licensed Practical Nurse
3h
General
Registered Nurse
3h
General
New Jersey Board of Nursing
Licensed Practical Nurse - Single State
3h
General CE
Registered Professional Nurse - Single State
3h
General CE
New Mexico Board of Nursing
Certified Medication Aide
3h
Continuing education related to medications and medication administration
Certified Medication Aide II
3h
Continuing education related to medications and medication administration
Certified Nurse Practitioner
3h
Continuing education related to pharmacology
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist
3h
Continuing education related to pharmacology
Clinical Nurse Specialist
3h
Continuing education related to pharmacology
Licensed Practical Nurse
3h
Continuing education relevant to the licensed practical nurse
Registered Nurse
3h
Continuing education relevant to nursing practice
North Carolina Board of Nursing
Licensed Practical Nurse
3h
CE Relevant to the Practice of Nursing
Registered Nurse
3h
CE Relevant to the Practice of Nursing
North Carolina Psychology Board
Psychological Associate
3h
Category A Hours
Psychologist
3h
Category A Hours
Psychologist (Provisional)
3h
Category A Hours
North Dakota Board of Nursing
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
3h
Pharmacotherapy Related to Scope of Practice
Licensed Practical Nurse
3h
CE Related to Nursing Practice
Registered Nurse
3h
Pharmacotherapy Related to Scope of Practice
Ohio Board of Nursing
Licensed Practical Nurse
3h
General CE
Registered Nurse
3h
General CE
South Carolina Board of Examiners for Licensure of Professional Counselors and Therapists
Licensed Addiction Counselor
3h
Continuing education related to addiction counseling
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
3h
Continuing education related to marriage and family therapy
Licensed Professional Counselor
3h
Continuing education related to professional counseling
Licensed Psycho-Educational Specialist
3h
Continuing education related to psycho-education
South Carolina Board of Examiners in Psychology
Psychologist
3h
Continuing education related to psychology (Category A)
South Carolina Board of Nursing
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
3h
Pharmacotherapeutics
Licensed Practical Nurse
3h
Pharmacotherapeutics
Registered Nurse
3h
Pharmacotherapeutics
Tennessee Board of Social Workers
Licensed Advanced Practice Social Worker
3h
Social Work CE
Licensed Baccalaureate Social Worker
3h
Social Work CE
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
3h
Social Work CE
Licensed Master Social Worker
3h
Social Work CE
Texas Board of Nursing
Licensed Vocational Nurse
3h
Continuing Nursing Education (CNE)
Registered Nurse
3h
Continuing Nursing Education (CNE)
Virginia Board of Nursing
Licensed Practical Nurse
3h
CE Relevant to the Practice of Nursing
Registered Nurse
3h
CE Relevant to the Practice of Nursing
West Virginia Board of Examiners in Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor
3h
Human Growth and Development
West Virginia Board of Social Work
Licensed Certified Social Worker
3h
Category I continuing education related to social work
Licensed Graduate Social Worker
3h
Category I continuing education related to social work
Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker
3h
Category I continuing education related to social work
Licensed Social Worker
3h
Category I continuing education related to social work
Provisional License
3h
Category I continuing education related to social work
Service Worker Registrant
3h
Category I continuing education related to social work
Wyoming Board of Psychology
Psychological Practitioner
3h
American Psychological Association (APA) continuing education
Psychologist
3h
American Psychological Association (APA) continuing education
Specialist in School Psychology
3h
American Psychological Association (APA) continuing education
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Learning Objectives
At the conclusion of this course, participants will be able to:
- Analyze the biopsychosocial factors influencing substance use and addiction across the lifespan, including biological, psychological, and social determinants.
- Examine the pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics of substances,focusing on their roles in dependence, tolerance, and withdrawal.
- Evaluate the impact of three important factors (e.g., developmental, familial, and sociocultural) on substance use patterns, including gender and socioeconomic variations.
- Apply evidence-based, tailored approaches to treatment planning, including pharmacological and psychosocial interventions.
HealthForum Online is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. HealthForum Online maintains responsibility for this program and its content.
HealthForum Online has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 7185. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. HealthForum Online is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.
HealthForum Online is approved by the Florida Board of Psychology as a Board Approved Provider, provider approval # 50-29605.
HealthForum Online is also an approved provider by various state boards. Find the complete list here.
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