Every day, 31% of the population consumes tobacco, 7% consumes sedatives, 2% cannabis, and in the last month 1% have taken cocaine. Below 1% of people have taken amphetamines and synthetic drugs in the last month and 0.1% have taken heroin at some time during the year”

In recent decades, those addictions where there is no substance that produces dependence, but rather a habit or behavior have also been added to list of addictions which require treatment. This is the case of pathological gambling and addiction to new technologies, which are causing serious psychological and social health problems in both adults and young people. For these cases, psychology has also developed treatments that seek the reduction and elimination of such habits and behaviors, which we will cover in the last unit of this program.

This program is unique for the multitude of techniques and tools given to the psychologist so that they can specialize in addiction intervention. Aimed at psychologists who wish to specialize in the field of addictions, or who want to update their knowledge in this regard, it offers the latest advances in the field of psychological treatment of addictions and prevention, so that they can intervene competently in this type of problem. The program covers most of the addictions that a psychologist will encounter in their daily practice and will help them to situate and orientate themselves in the intervention in a realistic and committed way, to know the role they must play in the intervention together with other professionals and to know how to apply the most appropriate techniques for each moment of the intervention process.

Also, the psychologist will find an exclusive and complementary set of Masterclasses, within the innovative multimedia content of this program. These sessions, created by an internationally renowned specialist in Behavioral Neuroscience, will guide students in keeping up to date with the latest scientific advances in Psychological Intervention in Non-Substance Addictions. 

The world's largest online university presents a unique series of Masterclasses, guided by an international expert in Behavioral Neuroscience. What are you waiting for to enroll?" 

This Postgraduate diploma in Psychological Intervention in Non-Substance Addictions contains the most complete and up-to-date educational program on the market. The most important features include: 

• Development of clinical cases presented by experts in the different specialties.
• The graphic, schematic, and practical contents with which they are created provide scientific and practical information on the disciplines that are essential for professional practice.
• Latest news on Psychological Intervention in Non-Substance Addictions
• An algorithm-based interactive learning system for decision-making in the clinical situations presented throughout the course.
• With special emphasis on evidence-based psychology and research methodologies in psychology
• All of this will be complemented by theoretical lessons, questions to the expert, debate forums on controversial topics, and individual reflection assignments
• Content that is accessible from any fixed or portable device with an Internet connection.

This Postgraduate diploma is the best investment you can make in selecting a refresher program for two reasons: in addition to updating your knowledge in Psychological Intervention in Non-Substance Addictions, you will obtain a degree from TECH Global University”

Its teaching staff includes health professionals from the field of psychology, who contribute their work experience to this program, as well as renowned specialists belonging to leading scientific societies.

Thanks to its multimedia content developed with the latest educational technology, it will allow the professional a situated and contextual learning, that is to say, a simulated environment that will provide an immersive learning programmed to prepare in real situations.

This program is designed around Problem-Based Learning, whereby the professional must try to solve the different professional practice situations that arise throughout the program. For this reason, you will be assisted by an innovative, interactive video system created by renowned and experienced experts in the field of psychology with extensive teaching experience.

Thanks to its completely up-to-date content, you will be able to approach Psychological Intervention in Non-Substance Addictions in a much more efficient way"

The Postgraduate diploma includes real clinical cases and exercises to bring the development of the Postgraduate diploma closer to the psychologist's clinical practice"

The structure of the contents has been designed by a team of professionals who recognise the implications of specialization in the daily practice of the psychologist, aware of the relevance of current training to treat the patient with psychological disorders and are committed to quality teaching using new educational technologies.

A path to achieve education and professional growth that will propel you towards a greater level of competitiveness in the employment market"

Module 1. Current Classification of Addictions and Their Basic Concepts

1.1. Situation of Drugs at the International Level
1.2. Epidemiology of Addictions
1.3. Neurobiology of Addiction
1.4. Psychosocial Factors Related to Addictions
1.5. Legislation and Legal Aspects BORRAR
1.6. The Role of the Psychologist in the Treatment of Addictions
1.7. Classification of Substances Which Lead to Addiction
1.8. Basic Concepts in Addictions: Use, Abuse, Dependence, Tolerance, Abstinence, Craving, Polyconsumption
1.9. Classification of Disorders Related to Substance Abuse and Addictive Disorders
1.10. Classification of Non-Substance-Related Addictive Disorders
1.11. Comorbidity and Dual Pathology

Module 2. Assessment, Prevention and Psychological Treatment in Addictions

2.1. Assessment of the Physical Field and General State of Health
2.2. Assessment Through Laboratory Tests
2.3. Assessment of Neuropsychological Aspects
2.4. Assessment of Personality and Its Disorders
2.5. Assessment of Mental State and Its Disorders
2.6. Assessment of the Severity of Addiction to Substances
2.7. Assessment of the Severity of Addiction Not Related to Substances
2.8. Assessment of Psychosocial Aspects
2.9. Prevention of Addictions
2.10. Principles to Follow in the Treatment of Addictions
2.11. Therapeutic Objectives in the Treatment of Addictions and Motivation Towards Change
2.12. Transtheoretical Model
2.13. Cognitive Behavioural Treatment: Commonly Used Techniques
2.14. Treatment Oriented Towards the Family
2.15. Group Therapy
2.16. Other Focuses of Treatment
2.17. Care Resources and Devices and Addiction Treatment

Module 3. Intervention in Non-Substance Addictions: Pathological Gambling, The Internet, New Technology, Emotional Dependency

3.1. Pathological Gambling and Addiction to New Technology
3.2. Classification of Problems Related to Gambling and New Technologies
3.3. Impact and Effect of Non-Substance-Related Addictions on Health
3.4. Evaluation of Addictions Not Related to Substances
3.5. Non-Substance-Related Disorders
3.6. Psychological Evaluation in Addictions to Gambling and New Technologies
3.7. Medical Treatment and Psychological Treatment: Cognitive-Behavioural Treatment
3.8. Treatment With Time-Limited Psychotherapy
3.9. Psychological Intervention in Adolescents
3.10. Approach to Other Pathologies Present in Addiction Not Related to Substances 
3.11. Relapse Prevention and Maintenance

A unique, crucial and decisive learning experience to boost your professional development"