Description
Substance Use Disorder (SUD) is a significant public health issue that impacts society broadly. This course offers an overview of SUD, examining risk factors, disease progression, and its effects on not just individuals, but larger communities. We discuss approaches to recovery and explore treatment options including motivational interviewing, counseling, medication management, and harm reduction strategies. Join us as we explore how to foster meaningful change for those affected by SUD.
Janice Bennett holds a PhD from Temple University, where she focused on substance use disorders. As a researcher and professor, she collaborated with the National Institutes of Health on education initiatives related to SUD. She helped develop programs serving women, inner-city youth, and underserved communities. Bennett advocates for understanding substance use disorder as a chronic, treatable condition and promotes practical strategies that support effective treatment and long-term recovery.