Addiction Theories and Gambling: Clinical Perspectives (5 Contact Hours)
- 1 Section
- 6 Lessons
- 2 Quizzes
Addiction Theories and Gambling: Clinical Perspectives
- Course Overview & Introduction
- Module 1: Addiction, Health, and Social Problems
- Module 2: Crime, Finances, and Problem Gambling
- Module 3: Signs, Symptoms, and Addiction Progression
- Module 4: Evidence-Based Treatment Components and Modalities
- Module 5: Advanced Interventions and Harm Reduction
- Post-Test: Addiction Theories and Gambling: Clinical Perspectives
- Program Evaluation
This intensive Continuing Education program equips addiction professionals with a comprehensive understanding of gambling disorder and its profound intersections with public health, criminality, and systemic social issues. Participants will trace the clinical progression of the disease from early signs and symptoms through the devastating stages of addiction. By integrating theoretical models with clinical realities, practitioners will master evidence-based treatment modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and harm-reduction strategies, ensuring they can deliver precision-based care tailored to the complex needs of disordered gamblers.
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