Substance Misuse Awareness
17 December, 2020 - 15:00

ASCERT Substance Misuse Awareness

17 December 2020, 3.00pm - 6.00pm

This course will give participants a basic understanding of substances that are most commonly misused in Northern Ireland and their impact on the individual, the family and the community.

It will enable participants to recognise different type of drugs and how they are used and legal issues. Participants will have information on services available and how to access them. By the end of this course, attendees should be able to:

  • Understand the prevalence of substance use in Northern Ireland
  • Identify what a drug is and how to categorise them
  • Name some common substances, their effects, and methods of use
  • Understand the effect of substance use on the individual and family
  • Identify attitudes/values about substance use held by yourself and others
  • Identify local drug/alcohol services

If you are interested in taking part in this FREE webinar please follow the Eventbrite link below to book your ticket:

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/substance-misuse-awareness-tickets-126304424935