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      Alfaisal University | KLD

      خدمة العملاء | Customer Service

      Skills you'll gain: Customer Service, Customer Relationship Building, Customer and Client Support, Customer Complaint Resolution, Customer Retention, Business Planning, Company, Product, and Service Knowledge, Communication, Ethical Standards And Conduct

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      212 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      American Psychological Association

      Anxiety and Related Disorders

      Skills you'll gain: Clinical Psychology, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Psychiatry, Psychological Evaluations, Mental Health, Mental Health Therapies, Behavioral Health, Cultural Diversity

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      100 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      The State University of New York

      كيفية كتابة سيرة ذاتية (دورة تدريبية قائمة على مشروع)

      Skills you'll gain: Writing, Proofreading, Editing, Business Writing, Microsoft Word, Content Creation, Professional Development, Organizational Skills, Constructive Feedback, Keyword Research, Detail Oriented

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      15 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      U

      Universiteit Leiden

      Population Health: Health & Health Behaviour

      Skills you'll gain: Patient Education And Counseling, Behavioral Health, Health Technology, Mental and Behavioral Health, Health Care, Chronic Diseases, Health Assessment, Care Management, Telehealth, Program Evaluation

      4.1
      Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
      ·
      35 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Cannabis, Chronic Pain, and Related Disorders

      Skills you'll gain: Public Health, Health Policy, Hospice, Health Care, Clinical Research, Epidemiology, Chronic Diseases, Mental and Behavioral Health, Oncology, Pharmacology, Patient Treatment, Pharmacotherapy, Drug Interaction

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      148 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • A

      Alfaisal University | KLD

      أخلاقيات وآداب السلوك في الأعمال

      Skills you'll gain: Business Ethics, Professionalism, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Trustworthiness, Strong Work Ethic, Honesty, Personal Integrity, Cultural Sensitivity, Emotional Intelligence, Communication

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      62 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • A

      Alfaisal University | KLD

      مهارات إدارة التغيير الذاتي

      Skills you'll gain: Change Management, Adaptability, Cognitive flexibility, Growth Mindedness, Stress Management, Self-Awareness, Personal Development, Goal Setting

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      176 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      The State University of New York

      تطوير تميزك المهني والتدريب الذاتي

      Skills you'll gain: Business Strategy, Training and Development, Lifelong Learning, Strategic Decision-Making, Management Training And Development, Professional Development, Personal Development, Performance Measurement, Employee Performance Management, Needs Assessment, Self-Awareness, Benchmarking, Organizational Skills, Willingness To Learn, Portfolio Management, Gap Analysis, Goal Setting

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      27 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      U

      University of Geneva

      Vivre avec le TDAH à travers les âges

      Skills you'll gain: Human Development, Psychology, Behavioral Health, Psychiatry, Mental Concentration, Organizational Skills, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Working With Children, Child Development, Neurology, Patient Education And Counseling, Pharmacology

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      231 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Alfaisal University | KLD

      إدخال البيانات في مايكروسوفت إكسل

      Skills you'll gain: Data Entry, Data Import/Export, Spreadsheet Software

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      37 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Alfaisal University | KLD

      البحث عن عمل في العصر الرقمي | Job Search in the Digital Age

      Skills you'll gain: Interviewing Skills, LinkedIn, Recruitment, Talent Acquisition, Marketing, Professional Networking, Writing, Professional Development, Negotiation, Self-Awareness, Business Writing, Personal Development, Communication, Branding

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      10 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • A

      Alfaisal University | KLD

      الجداول والرسوم التوضيحية في مايكروسوفت إكسل

      Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Spreadsheet Software, Analysis, Data Visualization, Data Entry, Presentations

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
      ·
      15 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    • خدمة العملاء | Customer Service: Alfaisal University | KLD
    • Anxiety and Related Disorders: American Psychological Association
    • كيفية كتابة سيرة ذاتية (دورة تدريبية قائمة على مشروع): The State University of New York
    • Population Health: Health & Health Behaviour: Universiteit Leiden
    • Cannabis, Chronic Pain, and Related Disorders: University of Colorado Boulder
    • أخلاقيات وآداب السلوك في الأعمال: Alfaisal University | KLD
    • مهارات إدارة التغيير الذاتي: Alfaisal University | KLD
    • تطوير تميزك المهني والتدريب الذاتي: The State University of New York
    • Vivre avec le TDAH à travers les âges: University of Geneva
    • إدخال البيانات في مايكروسوفت إكسل: Alfaisal University | KLD

    Frequently Asked Questions about Addiction

    Addiction occurs when someone has a compulsive desire to use a specific drug, such as alcohol, or perform a certain action, such as gamble. The desire is so powerful that it leads the person to neglect their own well-being and relationships.

    Addictions often take time to develop. For example, when a person regularly uses alcohol or drugs, the body begins to develop a tolerance. The person will need an increased amount of the substance to reach a pleasurable state. This begins a dangerous cycle. The individual will pursue higher doses, which results in damage to the body and brain. Drug or alcohol dependency can also have harmful effects on a person's relationships, as the addiction begins to negatively affect their behavior and decision-making.‎

    Learning about addiction can help you prepare for a career as an addiction therapist or substance abuse counselor. On this career path, you'll work with people suffering from addictions as they seek recovery. Your responsibilities will include helping them develop and implement a plan to break the addiction cycle and then tracking their progress. Other jobs, such as detox specialist and addiction psychologist, will also require a clear and in-depth understanding of addiction.‎

    A career in addiction counseling might be ideal for you if you have a patient, compassionate, empathic, and firm personality. For many people, the road to addiction recovery comes with setbacks. When working with patients, you'll need to talk them through the feelings of guilt and frustration that come with relapses. You'll need to stay optimistic and practical about the recovery process.‎

    Online courses can introduce you to common psychological theories and practices surrounding addiction and addiction recovery. You'll learn about common addictions, how they affect the brain, and how clinical skills can help you treat patients. Courses may include readings, lectures, and assessments that you can access via the internet and work through at your own pace.‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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