Co-Occurring Disorders: The Chicken or the Egg

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Target Audience

Social workers, psychologists, licensed professional counselors, educators, school personnel, mental health professionals, clinicians, health and human service practitioners, and other health care professionals.

Description

For decades, the stigma surrounding substance use disorders and treatment has hindered efforts to address the whole person. The same issue extends to professionals in the field, affecting their approach to treating individuals with mental health conditions. This program delves into the challenges and solutions of working with individuals who have co-existing conditions that impact their level of functioning. This program highlights the importance of integrated dual diagnosis treatment within the framework of evidence-based practices, emphasizing a holistic approach to care.

Date/Time
Friday, September 26, 2025
8:30 am - 2:30 pm

Location
5039 Airport Center Parkway, Building K, Classroom 17/18
Charlotte, NC 28208

Speaker
Brandon Robinson, LCAS, LPC, CCS

This presenter is being supported through a partnership between UNC-CH, School of Social Work and the NCAHEC Program.

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Objectives

• Recognize the key similarities between mental health and substance use disorders.
• Identify and effectively manage Post-Acute Withdrawal Syndrome (PAWS).
• Conduct thorough screenings for co-occurring disorders to ensure accurate diagnoses.
• Evaluate assessment and diagnostic considerations for individuals with multiple disorders.
• Develop a foundational understanding of the principles and applications of the Integrated Treatment approach for dual diagnoses.
• Define the essential principles of successful treatment for individuals with co-existing conditions.
• Explore the primary properties of the Disease Model of Addiction and how it influences the trajectory of treating co-occurring disorders.

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