SUD 101: Managing Common Psychiatric Conditions in Patients with Substance Use Disorders (2026)-Course Overview

Course Overview

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This presentation focuses on managing common psychiatric conditions in patients with substance use disorders (SUD) in general health care settings. It is part of the PCSS-MOUD program, which supports evidence-based training on substance use treatment, especially medications for opioid use disorder.<br /><br />The speaker emphasizes a compassionate, nonjudgmental approach to care, noting that understanding and confidence in treating people with SUD can improve both patient outcomes and clinician satisfaction. The session is designed to help health care professionals better recognize and manage co-occurring psychiatric and substance use disorders.<br /><br />Key learning objectives include:<br />- Explaining why co-occurring psychiatric and SUD conditions are important in general health care.<br />- Identifying common psychiatric disorders seen in patients with SUD and understanding how strongly they are associated.<br />- Using brief, validated screening tools to assess psychiatric disorders in patients with SUD.<br />- Distinguishing independent psychiatric disorders from substance-induced symptoms.<br />- Applying evidence-based strategies to manage patients with both SUD and psychiatric conditions in general health care settings.<br /><br />The presentation also includes standard disclosure and funding statements, noting that the activity is supported by SAMHSA and that no relevant financial conflicts were disclosed. Overall, the session aims to improve clinicians’ knowledge, skills, and confidence in caring for patients with complex co-occurring mental health and substance use conditions.

Keywords

psychiatric disorders

substance use disorders

co-occurring conditions

SUD screening

opioid use disorder

general health care

evidence-based treatment

substance-induced symptoms

mental health care

PCSS-MOUD