Understanding Personality Disorders and Substance Use Disorders - IN-PERSON

Join us for an engaging training on understanding co-occurring personality disorders and substance use disorders led by David Zealy.

About this Event

Join us for an engaging training led by David Zealy on understanding co-occuring personality disorders and substance use disorders. This training is ideal for mental health and substance use professionals seeking advanced clinical training in dual-diagnosis assessment and treatment. Earn 6 CEU credits for attending!

Training Description

Co-occurring personality and substance use disorders present some of the most complex challenges in clinical practice. This comprehensive 6-hour workshop explores the diagnostic frameworks of the DSM-5-TR, highlighting how personality pathology and substance use interact, overlap, and reinforce one another.

Through guided instruction, case-based learning, and interactive discussion, participants will deepen diagnostic accuracy, enhance treatment planning, and strengthen their capacity to manage complex dual-diagnosis presentations. Emphasis is placed on integrated care models, ethical practice, and culturally responsive approaches.

Participants will learn to:

– Differentiate between SUD symptoms and personality traits.
– Apply DSM-5-TR criteria with precision and cultural sensitivity.
– Recognize the impact of trauma, impulsivity, and emotional dysregulation.
– Implement evidence-based, integrated treatment strategies for lasting recovery.

Agenda


🕑: 08:30 AM - 09:30 AM
Foundations
Host: David Zealy

Info: Introduction, DSM-5-TR overview, and dual diagnosis concepts.

🕑: 09:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Substance Use Disorders
Host: David Zealy

Info: DSM-5-TR criteria, neurobiology, and case discussions.

🕑: 10:30 AM - 10:45 AM
Break

🕑: 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM
Personality Disorders
Host: David Zealy

Info: Cluster structures, focus on Cluster B, and dimensional model.

🕑: 11:45 AM - 12:45 PM
Lunch Break

🕑: 12:45 PM - 01:45 PM
PD & SUD Intersection
Host: David Zealy

Info: Epidemiology, diagnostic overlap, and group exercises.

🕑: 01:45 PM - 02:45 PM
Treatment & Clinical Practice 
Host: David Zealy

Info: Integrated care models, DBT, CBT, MI, and ethical considerations.

🕑: 02:45 PM - 03:00 PM
Break

🕑: 03:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Application & Wrap-Up
Host: David Zealy

Info: Case workshop, treatment planning, review, and Q&A.

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