Untangling the Chaos: Bipolar, Booze, and the Path to Stability
Starting on:
Apr 24, 2025
Ending on:
Apr 24, 2025
Moderator(s):
Dr. Stacy Njani
Resident Psychiatrist
Venue:
Virtual Webinar
Max Credits:
3 Points

Provider:
Kenya Psychiatrists Association
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Untangling the Chaos: Bipolar, Booze, and the Path to Stability

Starting on:
Apr 24, 2025
Ending on:
Apr 24, 2025
Venue:
Virtual Webinar

Description

This interactive session explores the complex relationship between bipolar disorder and substance use, particularly alcohol. Participants will engage with real-life case studies, current clinical guidelines, and practical strategies to support recovery and long-term stability. The session will highlight the importance of integrated care approaches, early intervention, and relapse prevention for individuals facing dual diagnoses.

Objectives

By the end of the session, participants will be able to: Explain the bidirectional relationship between bipolar disorder and alcohol use disorder. Identify common clinical challenges and risk factors in co-occurring bipolar and substance use disorders. Apply integrated treatment approaches that address both mood stabilization and substance use management. Develop relapse prevention plans tailored for patients with dual diagnoses. Recognize the importance of multidisciplinary collaboration in achieving sustained recovery.

Presenters

  1. Dr. Saddam Rajab
    Consultant Psychiatrist & KPA CME Coordinator
    Kenyatta Hospital

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