Foundations of Pathological Gambling and MI (8 Credit Hours)
- 1 Section
- 8 Lessons
- 2 Quizzes
Foundations of Pathological Gambling and MI
- Course Overview & Introduction
- Module 1: The Scope of Gambling Prevalence
- Module 2: Vulnerable Demographics in Gambling
- Module 3: Diagnosing the Gambling Disorder
- Module 5: The Spirit of Motivational Interviewing
- Module 6: Mastering the MI OARS Framework
- Module 7: Stages of Change in Recovery
- Module 8: Applying MI to Gambling Clients
- Post-Test: Foundations of Pathological Gambling and MI
- Program Evaluation
This 8-hour Continuing Education program provides addiction professionals with foundational knowledge of problem and pathological gambling, focusing extensively on the epidemiological prevalence of the disease and the application of Motivational Interviewing (MI) in clinical treatment. Participants will explore the macroscopic landscape of gambling, analyzing prevalence rates among adults, adolescents, and vulnerable minority populations to understand its public health impact. The curriculum bridges this epidemiological data with advanced clinical practice by training counselors in the core principles, spirit, and techniques of Motivational Interviewing. By mastering the OARS framework and the Stages of Change model, practitioners will learn to effectively manage client ambivalence, resolve resistance, and foster intrinsic motivation for recovery in individuals suffering from gambling disorder.
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