Drink, Drugs, Addiction and Dentistry (SW12-03-13-2)

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SubjectMiscellaneous
DescriptionAlcohol and drug abuse, and addiction can occur in all walks of life, including dentistry. Indeed, it is well known that dental care workers have a higher than average incidence of substance abuse. This lecture aims to demonstrate the incidence of abuse and to help delegates recognise the tell tale signs in order that they can help others
VenueBrook Madison Hotel, Swindon - Swindon & N Wiltshire  View details
Date & timeTuesday 13 March 2012, 18:15 to 21:30
LecturerMr James Willis  View details
Target audience

Recommended to all

Development outcomeNo development outcome
Course styleLecture
Catering Tea and coffee only
Core topic Not a core topic
CPD hours3:00
Cost£6.00
Aims

to raise awareness of the addiction to alcohol and other drugs within the dental profession and to the professional help available.

to provide delegates with an understanding of the process of addiction.

Objectives

to be able to recognise the day-to-day signs and symptoms of addiction.

to understand that with the correct professional intervention, this is a preventable and treatable disease.

to understand the role of the Dentists Support Programme