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1.03 | UNDERSTANDING THE BRAIN AND BODY - Tolerance, dependence and withdrawal

MODULE NAME:Tolerance, dependence and withdrawal
MODULE CODE:L1.3 - 3/4
COURSE NAME:UNDERSTANDING THE BRAIN AND BODY
LEARNING LEVEL:Level 1 – Core AOD Knowledge
TARGET AUDIENCE:All AOD, Mental Health and SEWB workers 
MODULE TYPE:Core
MODULE AIM:The aim of this module is to equip workers with a greater understanding of the concepts of substance tolerance, dependence and withdrawal.
LEARNING OUTCOMES:

By the end of this module, learners will be able to: 

  • describe the meaning of tolerance, dependence and withdrawal including definitions and criteria, using examples
  • apply an understanding of these concepts to support a person who is substance dependent and considering undertaking a withdrawal process.
LENGTH:25 minutes
CPD:Participation in this activity may contribute to CPD. A Statement of Completion will be issued on completion of this module. 
REFERENCE LIST:The full reference list for this module is available on request.
LAST UPDATED:January 2024