CPD module: Substance use

After completing this module, you should be more aware of:

• The definition of substance use and the numbers of adults who have used illicit drugs in England

• The impact of substance use on people’s health and the number of deaths from drug misuse

• The proportion of people with a drug use problem who may go on to be diagnosed with substance use disorder

• The neurobiology associated with risk of substance use, including the role played by genetics

• The early signs of substance use

• How community pharmacists can play a role in providing substance use services

• The importance of avoiding stigmatisation of those with substance use problems