The Addiction counseling certificate course aims at orienting participants on the various issues related to the use of alcohol and drugs. The course would provide the participant members with an indepth understanding of the nature of various drugs that have an addictive potential. The students would also get familiarized with the diagnostic criteria for dependence, abuse and harmful use. The consequences and impact of addiction would be another thrust area of the course. The impact of substances on the individuals health, family and occupation would be discussed through role plays and street theater. The course would also help students get an insight on the various legislations related to substance dependence in India.
Maximum Intake: 30