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Welcome to Addiction & Recovery 101, Units 1-3!<\/strong><\/p>\n Addiction is now the number one public health issue in the United States. Addiction can tear apart individuals and families and destroy lives. As Christians, God wants us to be His instruments of healing and restoration for those caught in the chains of addiction. The good news is that with today\u2019s incredible medical and scientific advances that have refined the way we understand addictions, and with the application of spiritual transformation and renewal, we can offer real hope. This comprehensive course includes five units, each containing 6 lessons, complete with worktext and exams.<\/p>\n Continuing Education<\/strong><\/p>\n Credit: <\/u><\/strong>Continuing Education Accreditations applicable to this course<\/em> *This course is not approved for NBCC credit and does not meet CE requirements for state licensure for mental health professionals<\/em><\/p>\n The American Association of Christian Counselors (AACC) is an Approved Continuing Education (CE) provider by the International Board of Christian Care (IBCC). The AACC is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.<\/p>\n Note: This course does not meet CE requirements for licensed mental health professionals.<\/p>","protected":false},"featured_media":333056,"template":"","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"on","_et_pb_old_content":"Course Lessons and Descriptions<\/strong>\r\n ADAR 103 Models of Addiction<\/strong>\r\nDavid Jenkins, Psy.D.\r\nAddiction is a very complex area of study \u2013 psychologists and doctors have been trying to conceptualize, treat, and make sense of this destructive cycle for years. Dr. David Jenkins identifies ways in which people have tried to understand addiction. Students will be able to identify ways in which people have tried to understand addiction. Students will be able to develop systematic ways of looking at addiction in order to point the way towards more effective treatment.<\/p>\r\nADAR 104 The Neurobiology of Addiction<\/strong>\r\nMark Lasser, Ph.D. and Todd Clements, M.D.\r\nDr. Laaser and Dr. Clements teach students the importance of understanding how the brain works regarding the problem of addiction. They discuss SPECT imaging, the chemical side of addiction, and how various medications can help. They give a message of hope to those struggling with addiction, as well as helpers who are working with addicts.\r\n\r\nADAR 105 The Addictive Cycle<\/strong>\r\nEric Scalise, Ph.D.\r\nDr. Eric Scalise provides a thorough survey of addiction and related factors culminating in the explanation of the addictive cycle. He discusses terminology as well as the numerous factors which lead to addictive behavior. Dr. Scalise also expounds on the unmet needs that result in addictive behavior and the categories of addiction and drug abuse. The addiction cycle is developed to aid counselors in understanding the addictive process as it occurs at various stages within the mind of addicts.\r\n\r\nADAR 106 Trauma and Addiction<\/strong>\r\nJennifer Cisney Ellers, M.A.; Gary Sibcy, Ph.D.; and Daniel Amen, M.D.\r\nJennifer Cisney, Dr. Sibcy, and Dr. Amen discuss the impact of trauma and traumatic stress on brain function, memory and emotional regulation. This includes addictive tendencies and behaviors. The links between the brain, trauma, and addictions are explored. The panel focuses on the need for thorough triage and assessment along with effective counseling interventions.\r\n
\nIBCC 18 Credit Hours Available<\/p>\nUnit 1: Addiction and Addicts: Foundational Principles<\/h3>\r\nADAR 101 Addictions and Recovery: An Introduction<\/strong>\r\nTim Clinton, Ed.D.\r\nDr. Tim Clinton describes the epidemic of bondage regarding the issues of addiction, what puts people in bondage, and what keeps them from enjoying the freedom God wants them to have in this life. He also discusses how the brain is impacted in that journey because of an addiction, and why people have such a difficult time breaking free. This includes the addiction pattern, the pathway to change, barriers to change, and a message of hope that can be found despite troubling circumstances.\r\n\r\nADAR 102 Theology and Addiction<\/strong>\r\nRon Hawkins, Ed.D., D.Min.\r\nDr. Ron Hawkins outlines a biblical theology of addiction and recovery. Every person in the background of their minds\/spirits has memories of the way they were, and God has placed eternity in the heart of man. However, the beauty that God created has been defaced and vandalized, and people do wrestle with pain. Dr. Hawkins will discuss the transition from beautiful to vandalized, the problem of pain, and the way to achieve freedom and recovery from addictions.\r\n
Unit 2: Chemical Dependency and Addiction<\/h3>\r\nADAR 201 Biological Aspects of Chemical Dependency and Addiction<\/strong>\r\nMichael Lyles, M.D.\r\nDr. Michael Lyles describes the neurological factors and processes that occur in the brain during addiction and chemical dependency. He describes the complications of substance abuse and the protective variables that deter drug use and eventual addiction. Dr. Lyles also provides extensive attention to the actual biological and physiological responses to various substances.\r\n\r\nADAR 202 Depressants<\/strong>\r\nMichael Lyles, M.D.\r\nDr. Michael Lyles presents a comprehensive overview of the major depressants counselors may encounter when working with individuals struggling with addiction. Dr. Lyles provides an extensive survey for introducing the caregiver to general information and treatment recommendations for clients dealing with marijuana, alcohol, opiates, and barbiturates.\r\n\r\nADAR 203 Perscription Drug Abuse<\/strong>\r\nMichael Lyles, M.D.\r\nDr. Michael Lyles provides students with a survey of prescription drug abuse in the United States. He cites these highly addictive substances as one of the top threats in terms of addiction due to the accessibility in communities. Dr. Lyles also presents the various types of prescription drugs utilized in abuse including narcotic pain medications, amphetamines and psychostimulants, and tranquilizers.\r\n\r\nADAR 204 Stimulants<\/strong>\r\nMichael Lyles, M.D.\r\nDr. Michael Lyles presents a comprehensive overview of the major stimulants counselors may encounter when working with individuals struggling with addiction. He also provides an extensive survey for introducing the caregiver to general information and treatment recommendations for clients dealing with cocaine, amphetamines, methamphetamine, and nicotine.\r\n\r\nADAR 205 Hallucinogenics<\/strong>\r\nTodd Clements, M.D.\r\nDr. Todd Clements provides students with a thorough introduction to substance abuse through hallucinogenic drugs. He elaborates on the forms, reactions, and dangers of LSD, ecstasy, ketamine, and PCP in a survey of the primary hallucinogenic drugs abused in the United States. Dr. Clements concludes with a discussion of the addictive nature of the hallucinogenic substances of abuse.\r\n\r\nADAR 206 Inhalants<\/strong>\r\nTodd Clements, M.D.\r\nDr. Todd Clements provides a thorough introduction to substance abuse through inhalant drugs. He elaborates on the forms, reactions, and dangers of the common everyday items often used in inhalant abuse including spray paint, markers, and gasoline in a survey of the primary abused inhalants in the United States. Dr. Clements concludes with a discussion of the dangers and treatment of inhalant substances of abuse.\r\n
Unit 3: Behavioral and Process Addictions<\/h3>\r\nADAR 301 Sexual Addiction<\/strong>\r\nMark Laaser, Ph.D.\r\nSexual addiction is a complex problem. Dr. Mark Laaser discusses the problems in the church, the characteristics of sex addicts, as well as addresses the neurochemistry of the brain that sex addicts experience. He also describes the sexual health model, as well as the stages of addiction. Dr. Laaser integrates biblical principles while explaining the key concepts of sexual addiction.\r\n\r\nADAR 302 Eating Disorders and Food Addiction<\/strong>\r\nLinda Mintle, Ph.D.\r\nEating disorders are often discussed within the mental health community regarding the addictive and impulsive nature of its various conditions. Dr. Linda Mintle presents compelling biological and statistical evidence to define eating disorders as addictions. She presents the four types of eating disorders in addition to various treatment methodologies.\r\n\r\nADAR 303 Gambling Addiction<\/strong>\r\nGreg Jantz, Ph.D.\r\nThe face of gambling is changing and it can destroy individuals and families. Dr. Gregory Jantz addresses the issue of gambling, the forms of gambling, how to know if someone has a problem, the gambling addiction continuum, and how to overcome and treat gambling addiction.\r\n\r\nADAR 304 Adrenaline Addiction<\/strong>\r\nArch Hart, Ph.D.\r\nDr. Archibald Hart discusses the issue of adrenaline addiction, and he reveals the heart of the matter behind this particular phenomenon. He explains the basic physiology of adrenal glands, the reasons for adrenaline addiction, and the effects and causes, as well as providing hope and practical suggestions for overcoming adrenaline addiction.\r\n\r\nADAR 305 Spiritual Addiction\/Abuse<\/strong>\r\nKen Nichols, Psy.D.\r\nThere are significant differences between toxic religious behavior and trusted relationships. Dr. Kenneth Nichols describes religious addiction and its underlying contributors. After reviewing specific examples and illustrations, Dr. Nichols discusses true faith, spiritual warfare, and how a person can be set free from toxic addiction.\r\n\r\nADAR 306 Performance Addictions: The Search for Significance<\/strong>\r\nEric Scalise, Ph.D. and Jennifer Cisney Ellers, M.A.\r\nIn this lesson, students will learn about performance addiction \u2013 specifically, how it affects people, how it manifests itself, and how it is directly related with one\u2019s core beliefs. Dr. Eric Scalise and Jennifer Cisney give detailed examples about the root problems and describe both the reality of performance addiction and how people can experience breakthroughs in their lives.","_et_gb_content_width":"","content-type":"","_monsterinsights_skip_tracking":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_active":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_note":"","_monsterinsights_sitenote_category":0},"product_brand":[],"product_cat":[114],"product_tag":[656,916,189,922,638,914],"class_list":{"0":"post-140891","1":"product","2":"type-product","3":"status-publish","4":"has-post-thumbnail","6":"product_cat-biblical-counseling-psychology","7":"product_tag-adar101-ondt","8":"product_tag-addiction-recovery","9":"product_tag-on-demand-videos","10":"product_tag-sex","11":"product_tag-talent-learning","12":"product_tag-trauma","13":"pa_delivery-method-on-demand-videos","15":"first","16":"instock","17":"virtual","18":"sold-individually","19":"purchasable","20":"product-type-simple"},"yoast_head":"\n