MUSM Clinical Faculty Development Series

Define "addiction" and "alcoholism" from a medical diagnostic perspective Explain addiction pathophysiology as it pertains to addict behavior, tolerance, and withdrawal List at least 3 genetic or environmental factors that may influence addict behavior List at least 3 trends or threats to Georgia residents regarding drugs of abuse Explain the types of questions involved in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders survey on alcohol and drug addiction behavior Name at least 3 free treatment options and explain how to explore each one Define the "12-step program" and explain how its application may facilitate sobriety List at least 3 actions you can take to broach the subject of alcoholism with your loved one List at least 3 additional treatment options List at least 3 actions you can take if your addict chooses not to pursue sobriety Explain how an insight into an addict's pathophysiology helps loved ones provide compassionate support