Learning Webinar Series

Building Understanding around Substance Use

 

This installment of Unshame NC’s 3-part Learning Together series explores substance use through a compassionate and educational lens.

 

In this session, Dr. Shuchin Shukla breaks down why people use substances, the risk factors that can contribute to the progression of substance use disorder (SUD), and how substance use affects the brain. He presents the science in approachable, foundational building blocks, making complex topics easier to understand.

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Whether you’re new to this topic or looking to deepen your understanding, this session is designed for anyone who wants to better understand substance use and the people behind the experiences.

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Learning Together is an educational series that provides broader context around substance use and shares practical knowledge and tools that support healthier, stronger communities.