Co-occurring Disorders in Peer-Assisted Recovery Services

Explores how mental health disorders may cause an increased use of substances, and conversely, how substance use may increase the severity of mental health symptoms. A look into how medication-assisted treatment of SUD, individual and group therapy and support groups can provide a holistic approach to harm reduction and recovery.

Learning Objectives

Participants will be able to:

Understand the intersection between mental health and substance use disorders and how they may exacerbate each other

Learn how mental health and substance use disorders are linked

Gain knowledge of resources available to support and treat co-occuring mental health disorders

Understand available treatment options that provide for optimal outcomes