Chapter 1 – Basic Epidemiology Whiteboards

COURSE DESCRIPTION

These four short, animated videos highlight the general epidemiology of substance use disorder. These learner-friendly whiteboards cover:

  1. Overall prevalence
  2. Risk factors
  3. Contribution to major causes of morbidity and mortality
  4. Genetic factors

VIDEOS

Whiteboard 1: Key Statistics in General Population (1 min 50 secs)

Whiteboard 2: Key Statistics in Adolescent Population (1 min 41 secs)

Whiteboard 3: Key Statistics related to Opioid Abuse (1 min 38 secs)

Whiteboard 4: Key Statistics related to Alcohol, Smoking, Marijuana, Cocaine & Methamphetamines (1 min 35 secs)

INSTRUCTIONS

  1. Click "Begin Course" to start.
  2. Watch each short whiteboard and “Mark Complete” before moving to the next whiteboard
  3. When you have completed all whiteboards, complete the post-test and evaluation
  4. You must score 100% on the post-test to complete the activity
  5. Residents, course completion will be logged to your transcript
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COURSE CONTENT

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ACCREDITATION STATEMENT

This activity is not accredited.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

  • List certain populations and demographics most at risk for SUD
  • Recognize the prevalence of SUD in adolescents
  • Identify the relationship between prescription opioids and opioid use disorder

DISLOSURES

The following individuals have no relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies to disclose:

Planners/Reviewers:
Angie Halaja-Henriques
Sue Hockenberry, PCMH CCE
Theresa J. Barrett, PhD, CMP, CAE

Authors:
Lee Radosh, MD, FAAFP
Indra Cidambi, MD
Charles A. Goldthwaite, Jr.

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