Section: Module 2: Lesson 6: Pharmacological Treatments | Prevention and Treatment of Alcohol Use Disorders

Section: Module 2: Lesson 6: Pharmacological Treatments | Prevention and Treatment of Alcohol Use Disorders | NextGenU.org

Student Learning Outcomes:

Upon completion of this lesson, you will be able to:

Apply pharmacological knowledge to evaluate and treat alcohol use disorder.

Describe current prescribing regulations for medications used in treating alcohol dependence.

Identify barriers to adopting pharmacological treatments for alcohol use disorder.

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- Select activity Required Learning Resources (copy) (copy) (copy) (copy) (copy)
  
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  Required Learning Resources
- Select activity Alcohol use disorder: Pharmacologic management
  
  Alcohol use disorder: Pharmacologic management URL
  
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  Read 'CHOOSING INITIAL AGENT', 'Dose, efficacy, adverse effects of initial pharmacotherapies', MONITORING AND DEFINING RESPONSE', and 'SUBSEQUENT TREATMENT'. (25 mins)
  Wolters Kluwer - 2025
- Select activity The End of the X-waiver: Excitement, Apprehension, and Opportunity
  
  The End of the X-waiver: Excitement, Apprehension, and Opportunity URL
  
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  Read the entire article. (16 mins)
  American Board of Family Medicine - 2023
- Select activity Barriers to Use of Pharmacotherapy for Addiction Disorders and How to Overcome Them
  
  Barriers to Use of Pharmacotherapy for Addiction Disorders and How to Overcome Them URL
  
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  Read the entire article. (16 mins)
  Read 'Abstract', 'System-level Barriers and Ways to Overcome Them', 'Provider-level Barriers and Ways to Overcome Them', and 'Patient-level Barriers and Ways to Overcome Them'

Introduction

Course Registration

Pre-Test

Peer Corner

Module 1: Introduction to Alcohol Use Disorder

Lesson Summary: Module 1: Introduction to Alcohol Use Disorder

Study Guide: Module 1: Introduction to Alcohol Use Disorder

Flashcards Module 1: Introduction to Alcohol Use Disorder

Microlearning Module 1 - Introduction to Alcohol Use Disorder

Module 1: Lesson 1: Understanding Alcohol Use Disorder and Related Terminology

Understanding Alcohol Use Disorder

Table 1 Unhealthy Alcohol Use: Terms and Definitions

Words Matter - Terms to Use and Avoid When Talking About Addiction

Multidisciplinary View of Alcohol Use Disorder: From a Psychiatric Illness to a Major Liver Disease

Module 1: Lesson 2: Signs, Symptoms, and Diagnosis

Symptoms and Signs of Alcohol Addiction: Am I Addicted to Alcohol?

Alcohol Dependence and Harmful Use of Alcohol: Diagnosis and Treatment Options

Module 1: Lesson 3: Implementing Alcohol Abuse Curricula

What are the Barriers to Seeking Alcohol Treatment?

Barriers and Facilitators to Substance Use Disorder Treatment: An Overview of Systematic Reviews

Local Doctors Specializing in Alcoholism Treatment

Discussion Forum: Introduction to Alcohol Use Disorder (115 minutes)

Module 2: Medical Consequences and Treatment

Lesson Summary: Module 2: Medical Consequences and Treatment

Study Guide: Module 2: Medical Consequences and Treatment

Flashcards Module 2: Medical Consequences and Treatment

Microlearning Module 2: Medical Consequences and Treatment

Module 2: Lesson 4: Alcohol Withdrawal Syndrome and Complications

Alcohol Withdrawal Syndrome

Alcohol Withdrawal Syndrome: Outpatient Management

Moduele 2: Lesson 5: Alcohol Overdose and Complications

Understanding the Dangers of Alcohol Overdose

Quick Reference Guide to the Treatment of Alcohol Problems

Medical Complications: Common Alcohol-Related Concerns

Module 2: Lesson 6: Pharmacological Treatments

Alcohol use disorder: Pharmacologic management

The End of the X-waiver: Excitement, Apprehension, and Opportunity

Barriers to Use of Pharmacotherapy for Addiction Disorders and How to Overcome Them

Module 2: Lesson 7: Comprehensive Treatment Modalities

Medication for the Treatment of Alcohol Use Disorder: A Brief Guide

Discussion Forum: Medical Consequences and Treatment

Module 3: Psychosocial Aspects and Special Populations

Lesson Summary: Module 3: Psychosocial Aspects and Special Populations

Study Guide: Module 3: Psychosocial Aspects and Special Populations

Flashcards Module 3: Psychosocial Aspects and Special Populations

Microlearning Module 3: Psychosocial Aspects and Special Populations

Module 3: Lesson 8: Psychological, Social, and Spiritual Problems

Factors associated with alcohol use disorder: the role of depression, anxiety, stress, alexithymia and work fatigue- a population study in Lebanon

STRATEGIES AND ACTIONS: IMPROVING MATERNAL HEALTH AND REDUCING MATERNAL MORTALITY AND MORBIDITY

Module 3: Lesson 9: Co-occurring Behavioral Addictions and Adjustment Disorders

Chapter 5—Strategies for Working With People Who Have Co-Occurring Disorders

Helping with Co-occurring Disorders

Module 3: Lesson 10: Clinical Experience and Assessment

Assessment Tools Used to Diagnose Alcohol Use Disorders

Alcohol Use Biomarkers

Discussion Forum: Psychosocial Aspects and Special Populations

Module 4: Training, and Professional Development

Lesson Summary: Module 4: Training, and Professional Development

Study Guide: Module 4: Training and Professional Development

Flashcards Module 4: Training and Professional Development

Microlearning Module 4: Training, and Professional Development

Module 4: Lesson 11: Developing Comprehensive Training Programs

Plan and Implement a Program

Resource Document on Education and Training for Substance Use Disorders

Module 4: Lesson 12: Guidelines, Competencies, and Specialized Training

Core Competencies for Addiction Medicine, Version 2

Recommendations for Curricular Elements in Substance Use Disorders Training

Interdisciplinary collaboration in the treatment of alcohol use disorders in a general hospital department: a mixed-method study

Module 4: Lesson 13: Continuing Education and Online Resources

Innovative Approaches to Continuing Medical Education

Putting the pieces together: The role of multidisciplinary simulation in medical education

Developing web-based interventions for alcohol use screening and alcohol education administered by village health volunteers in the community setting

The Case for Environmental Strategies to Prevent Alcohol-Related Trauma

Advances in the science and treatment of alcohol use disorder

Barriers to and Facilitators of Alcohol Use Disorder Pharmacotherapy in Primary Care: A Qualitative Study in Five VA Clinics

Module 4: Lesson 14:Prevention Strategies and Public Health Interventions

Education on alcohol

Discussion Forum: Training, and Professional Development

Final Exam

Course and Self Evaluation & Certificate