* Identify and compare the symptoms of dementia (re-named "Neuro-cognitive Disorders" inDSM-5 TR) and related cognitive-behavioral problems (1 hour)
* Analyze and explain the nature and action of various types of psychoactive substance such as psycho stimulants, hallucinogens, central nervous system suppressants and Their Impact on Neuro Cognitive Disorders and Other Mental Disorders. (1hour)
* Describe and explain the interaction and negative consequences of misuse of commonly prescribed medications on different types of Neuro-Cognitive Disorders. (1hour)
* Identify and apply the basic principles of making differential diagnosis to distinguish between psycho-active drug/medication induced conditions and different types of dementia. (1 hour)
* Analyze the reciprocal relationship between health conditions, substance abuse and mental disorders and its impact on the cognitive and psycho-social functioning of clients involved. (1 hour)
* Explain and analyze the co-morbidity of substance use disorders and mental disorders (1hour)
* Identify and explain the diagnosing and the treatment approach in working with triple disorder of substance misuse, dementia and other mental disorders. (1 hour)