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Impact of Stimulant Use on the Brain and the Body

12:00pm - January 12, 2021
Northeast & Caribbean ATTC
Registration Deadline: January 12, 2021

Description: This course will continue the information from the ATTC Stimulant Package. It will review basics of neurochemistry as it applies to cocaine and methamphetamine. It will also include the acute and chronic effects of stimulants. Cognitive and memory effects will also be discussed.

Trainers: Mary McCarty-Arias and Lauren Marker

Credits: Each session meets the requirements for 2 renewal hours (CASAC, CPP, CPS) and 2 initial hours (CPP, CPS) through New York State’s Office of Addiction Services and Supports (NYS OASAS). The NJ Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services offers reciprocity for CADC, LCADC, and LPC. Participants must attend the session IN ITS ENTIRETY to receive a certificate of completion.