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2.10 | RELAPSE PREVENTION AND MANAGEMENT - Managing cravings

eLEARNING SERIESRELAPSE PREVENTION AND MANAGEMENT
MODULE NAMEManaging cravings
MODULE NUMBERModule 3 of 6
LEARNING LEVELLevel 2 – Core AOD Skills
TARGET AUDIENCEAll AOD, Mental Health and SEWB workers
MODULE AIMThe aim of this RPM module is to equip workers with knowledge of cravings for people using AOD and practical strategies for managing these. 
LEARNING OUTCOMES

By the end of this module, learners will be able to:

  • explain cravings and urges for people using AOD
  • describe when and how cravings can show up
  • use strategies to help people with AOD issues to manage cravings
  • identify helpful resources for people experiencing cravings
LENGTH25 minutes
CPDParticipation in this activity may contribute to CPD. A Statement of Completion will be issued on completion of this module. 
REFERENCE LISTThe full reference list for this module is available on request.
SUGGESTED CITATIONInsight: Centre for AOD Training and Workforce Development. Relapse prevention and management: Managing cravings. Brisbane: Queensland Health; 2025. Available from: https://insight.qld.edu.au/training/elearning
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LAST UPDATEDOctober 2024
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