Substance Disorder 103: Illegal Drugs

Course overview

Words matter. Grammar matters. Also, Spelling matters. Just Say No? Perhaps, Just Say KNOW! Regardless of ones healthcare profession, they are a community member, and communities need information to make informed decisions. Luckily healthcare professionals are trusted sources of information, even when it comes to the taboo, illegal drugs. In this discussion, we will review a multitude of substances of abuse broken down into therapeutic classes and subclasses, with particular attention to what matters for society and what matters in healthcare (patient care pearls). This dynamic discussion will provide a broader depth of knowledge than the average clinician is ever armed with for patient care. Just Say NOW.