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Recovering From Benzodiazepine Use for Peer Specialists
May 20, 21, 22, EASTERN TIME
1 in 5 Americans take benzodiazepines prescribed by a physician or psychiatrist, and many providers do not know enough about the drugs and their adverse effects. Benzodiazepines can cause physical dependence when taken continuously, and withdrawal from this class of medication can produce long-term life-altering consequences. This training will educate peers, counselors, and caregivers on Benzodiazepine, their effects, tapering, and withdrawal.
Objectives (appears on the evaluation form):
1.Discuss benzodiazepine conditions for prescribing, use and discontinuation.2.Identify the difference between substance use disorder (SUD) and Physical Dependency (PD).3.Define, describe and explain BIND.4.Understand the barriers & stigma that impede wellness and healing.5.Develop skills to support hope, healing & wellness for Benzodiazepine Affected Individuals.6.Recognize and identify boundaries for the helper and the caregiver.7.Learn strategies to prevent compassion fatigue.
Who is this training for?
This training is for anyone who wishes to support individuals with Benzodiazepine use but specifically geared towards peer service delivery.
State approvals?
NAADAC Approved Provider provides pre approval for 25 states. Visit our website for more details www.choicesrecoverycoachtrainings.com
Notes

Medicating Normal 1 hr Documentary Free on YouTube: https://medicatingnormal.com/

Other videos: Take Your Xanax - Netflix

 
Supplemental Awards
Award TypeAward Amt
Advocacy3.00
Ethics5.00
Mentoring/Education1.25
Recovery/Wellness3.75
Award Options
AwardAward Amt
CERTIFICATION OF COMPLETION12.00
Detailed Information 
Schedule(s):
Online MeetingDateStart TimeEnd TimeTitleLocationAddressRoomInstructor
05/20/202412:00PM4:30PM VIRTUAL-National-Choices Recovery TrainingsONLINE, NH 
 
Ginger Ross View Bio
Ronald Bodendorf View Bio
05/21/202412:00PM4:30PM VIRTUAL-National-Choices Recovery TrainingsONLINE, NH 
 
Ginger Ross View Bio
Ronald Bodendorf View Bio
05/22/202412:00PM4:30PM VIRTUAL-National-Choices Recovery TrainingsONLINE, NH 
 
Ginger Ross View Bio
Ronald Bodendorf View Bio