Home Visiting - Supporting Families Affected by Substance Use Disorder (SUD)

This course equips participants with essential knowledge and skills to support individuals and families impacted by substance use disorders. It covers the factors contributing to addiction and how these disorders impair decision-making.Key topics include the relationship between substance use and mental health disorders, risk identification through screening tools, and the stigma that creates barriers to treatment.Emphasizing self-reflection, participants will examine their own implicit biases and the impact of their beliefs on interactions with affected families. By the end of the course, participants will be prepared to provide compassionate and effective support to those in need.