Cause for Concern: Prevent Alcohol Misuse with Open Dialogues

Description

Evidence shows increases in the percentage of people exceeding alcohol consumption guidelines and percentage of people binge drinking since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. Explore ways medical assistants are excellent candidates for preventing risky alcohol use, reducing stigma, and championing screening.

By Sandra Gonzalez, PhD, LCSW
Medical Assistant FASD Practice Improvement Collaborative

Summary

Availability:

Retired

Cost:

Member: $20.00
Nonmember: $30.00

CEU Offered:

No CEU Offered

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