Co-occurring psychiatric disorders and physical pain are two of the most common diagnoses alongside a substance use disorder. As access to care for substance use disorders is steadily increasing, it is equally important to provide treatment that completes the spectrum of care for each individual patient. Understanding the characteristics of psychopathology in the opioid-addicted patient, using psychosocial interventions, and providing appropriate and effective alternatives to the treatment of physical pain in the opioid-addicted patient are key components to a holistic, evidence-based approach.

UPON COMPLETION OF THIS COURSE, PARTICIPANTS WILL BE ABLE TO:
- Understand the characteristics of psychopathology in the opioid-addicted patient.
- Understand the use of psychosocial interventions in the treatment of patients with opioid use disorders.
- Recognize appropriate treatments for pain in buprenorphine patients.