Complexities in working with co-occurring mental health and alcohol and other drug presentations

This webinar features a panel discussion with Steve Trumbull, a General Practitioner, facilitating the session with Bill Buckley, an alcohol and other drugs mental health educator; Dr. Mary Imelius, a psychiatrist; and Hester Wilson, a general practitioner specializing in alcohol and other drug disorders. The panel explores the complexities of addressing alcohol and other drug use, focusing on the importance of language, the balance between harm reduction and abstinence, and strategies for engaging specialist services. They discuss a case study of a person named Mike, analyzing his history of alcohol use and potential paths to recovery, emphasizing the need for a holistic approach that considers mental health, social networks, and individual choices while also addressing the stigma associated with substance use disorders and the role of healthcare providers in offering support and guidance.