The Neurobiology of Addiction
Dr. Susan C. Holman, M.D.
Details:
Friday, February 5 2010
8:00 a.m. Continental Breakfast
8:30 a.m. Workshop begins
Overview:
Research in the last few decades has led to a much better understanding of the complexity of addiction and substance abuse. It is clear now that addiction is a neurological/brain-based disease. Advances in brain science have allowed us to replace explanation based on speculation and unproven metaphor with science based evidence. There is now real evidence indicating the neurobiological basis of addiction and the many complex actions within the brain’s chemistry. This knowledge can help us understand why addiction causes the problems it does in those who suffer from the disease and why it manifests as it does. The science is now able to help us understand what addiction is, and what it is not. In addition, this information helps us understand the essential ingredients of effective treatments and informs the necessary process of recovery.
Participants will understand and be able to discuss:
- Bio-psycho social nature of addiction
- Neurochemistry of addiction
- Genetics of Addiction
- Post Acute Withdrawal
- Triggers
- Cross Addiction
About Our Speaker:
Dr. Suan C. Holman, M.D. is the Medical Director at the Paviliian Treatment Center.
DETAILED DIRECTIONS: From I-26, take Exit 216-B (Cosgrove Ave., towards Rivers Ave.); go the traffic light and take a right onto Azalea Dr. Go a little over 1/2 mile and take a right onto Baker Hospital Blvd.; go two blocks and take a right onto Evatt Lane. It is the last building on your right. You will see signs inside directing you to the Chamber of Commerce meeting area. It is important to park behind the hospital as the parking in front is reserved for patrons.
If you have business cards, flyers, or other information to share with your colleagues, there will be a table set up for networking. As these workshops are well attended, plan to bring at least 75 if you want everyone to have one!
No RSVP is required; there is no charge for this mini-workshop. If you have any questions or want to ensure you get on the mailing list, David Diana is the coordinator at Palmetto Lowcountry and can be reached directly at 843-696-0977.
