Description
This course examines the recent explosion in the use of sedative and anti-anxiety drugs – especially Xanax, ‘street benzo’s’, Pregablin and GHB/GBL.
The session explores the reasons why so many people are turning to these drugs, the risks involved and practical issues around harm reduction advice. In particular the course explores the real dangers involved in mixing depressant drugs together and the so-called ‘Overdose Triangle.’
The course is suitable for all staff who require up to date information and advice on current issues relating to benzo/sedative use and how to work with clients who may be using them.
What you will learn:
- To explore the history, production and popularity of Xanax, Benzodiazepines and other sedating drugs such as GHB and Gabapentin/Pregablin.
- To examine the mechanisms of action of these drugs on the brain.
- To understand the increasing popularity of various sedative/depressant drugs.
- To understanding how Benzodiazepines, Pregablin and other sedating drugs can lead to dependency.
- To explore the issues and dangers associated with mixing sedating drugs together and the Overdose Triangle.
- To identify the reasons behind the growing problem of ‘online Valium’.
- To help delegates provide clear, practical harm reduction advice to clients who are using sedative drugs.
Cost includes course materials, certification, and free subscription to the ‘Drugs Now’ e-zine to keep you up to date after the training.
There is a 10% reduction if 3 or more book from your organisation.
Over the last 12 months 100% of delegates ticked the box saying that they would recommend our training to colleagues!
