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Title:Breaking the Chains: Understanding Addiction Beyond the Surface
​Dates:

30 September & 1 October 2024, Monday and Tuesday
(Registration closing date: 30 August 2024)

6 & 7 February 2025, Thursday and Friday
(Registration closing date:​ 3 January 2025​​)​

Time:​9am to 5pm
​Venue:

NAMS Clinic, Meeting Room 1-3
(We are located at the Institute of Mental Health, 10 Buangkok View, Basement 1, Singapore 539747)

Click here to view the map.

Course Fee:
(Including 9% GST)

Healthcare Institution and NAMS Partner: $397.85 per participant
Others/ Private Institution​​:  $479.60 per participant

Two tea breaks per day will be provided.
Lunch will 
not be provided and participants can make their way to the canteen or nearby food courts/coffee shops

Trainer:Ms Naseera  Banu D/O Mohamed Jahabar Oli , Senior Counsellor & 
Mr Lee Whee Khee​, ​Counsellor
​Synopsis:

This is an innovative training program designed to provide individuals with an nuanced​ understanding of addiction that goes beyond the surface. By addressing the various layers that contribute to the complexity of addiction, this training aims to equip participants with the knowledge and insight necessary to effectively support individuals struggling with addiction.

Learning Objectives:
  • Gain a multidimensional understanding of addiction, including its biological, psychological, social, and environmental determinants.
  • Challenge stereotypes and stigmas surrounding addiction, promoting empathy and compassion towards individuals struggling with addictions.

Key Training Components:

  • ​Introduction to Addiction
  • The Neurobiology of Addiction
  • Exploring the emotional and psychological aspects of addiction
  • The impact of environment and peer influence
  • Stigma and shame in addiction
  • Navigating the healing journey
  • Evidence-based approaches, family dynamics and counselling techniques​​

​Suitable For:
Healthcare Professionals and Community Partners​


Applicants to register your interest to nams_arc@imh.com.sg

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