Working Together to Manage Substance Use and Mental Health Issues

Date produced 25 May 2017

Join our interdisciplinary panel as we discuss how collaborative care may help support people with co-morbid substance use and mental health issues. The discussion is centered on Doug, a 39 year old teacher whose drinking is increasingly affecting his daily life and that of his family.

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Learning outcomes

Through a panel discussion that explores Doug’s experience, the webinar provides participants with the opportunity to:   

  • recognise the core components of the featured disciplines' approach in screening, diagnosing and treating people with co-morbid substance use and mental health issues
  • better understand the key principles of providing an integrated approach in the early identification of people with co-morbid substance use and mental health issues, increasing the likelihood of a successful course of treatment
  • better understand the challenges in providing a collaborative response to people with co-morbid substance use and mental health issues, and share tips to overcome these challenges.

 

The webinar panel comprises:

  • Assoc. Prof. Adrian Dunlop (NSW-based addiction medicine specialist)
  • Dr Enrico Cementon (Vic-based psychiatrist)
  • Ms Margarett Terry (NSW-based psychologist)
  • Assoc. Prof. Richard Clancy (NSW-based nurse)

The webinar was facilitated by Dr Michael Murray (Qld-based GP and medical educator).

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