Supporting Young People in Dual Diagnosis Settings

This unit introduces the knowledge and skills required by workers encountering young people with dual diagnosis - mental health and alcohol and other drugs (AOD) issues. This unit will reflect on the historical context of the sector and consider the essential values and philosophies that guide effective work with young people who are experiencing AOD and mental health issues. A range of different models of AOD work, and an understanding of mental health diagnoses and youth appropriate interventions will be theoretically and practically taught. This unit will also identify personal values and attitudes regarding Mental Health and AOD use including the views of key stakeholders and official representatives.

This unit will develop knowledge of the range of settings supporting young people with dual diagnosis including; ethical guidelines, methods of effective communication, cultural differences, resolution of conflict, issues of access and equity and workplace protocols and procedures.