This e-learning module provides foundation knowledge for all Children's Services staff working with families on levels 2,3 and 4 on the Continuum of Need.  It helps Practitioners to explore and build on existing knowledge and experiences of drug abuse. In this module, you'll learn to recognise risk-taking behaviours associated with drug use, explore the physiological effects of certain drugs, and more.

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This e-learning module provides foundation knowledge for all Children's Services staff working with families on levels 2,3 and 4 on the Continuum of Need.  It helps Practitioners to explore and build on existing knowledge and experiences of drug abuse. In this module, you'll learn to recognise risk-taking behaviours associated with drug use, explore the physiological effects of certain drugs, and more.

Increase knowledge and explore:

• The effect of drugs on people

• Risk taking Behaviour

• The impact of drugs on adults, children, young people and families

Learn about basic support processes  including:

• The six changes of change 

• The 5 Step (Copello) Model