Course Map

Alcohol & Substance Abuse

A wide sunrise valley with a single path winding through green hills toward golden light — the whole course as one journey.
Wherever you're starting from, there's a way forward.

Understand what alcohol and other substances really do — to your health, your relationships, and your future — and get practical, proven ways to change destructive patterns and start addressing the problem. Everything here is grounded in trusted medical and scientific sources, written in plain language, and free of judgment. The aim is simple: to give you the understanding and the tools to take your next step.

Core track

Understanding and changing substance abuse.

7 lessons · about 36 min

  1. 01What Is Substance Abuse?
  2. 02What Causes Substance Abuse?
  3. 03The Science of Substance Abuse & Addiction
  4. 04Do You Have an Issue with Substance Abuse?
  5. 05Impact & Possible Consequences
  6. 06Legal Implications of Substance Abuse
  7. 07Dealing with Substance Abuse & Changing Your Behavior

Taking care of yourself

Look after your body and mind so change sticks.

6 lessons

  1. 08Sleep
  2. 09Stress
  3. 10Food Choices
  4. 11Physical Activity
  5. 12Positive Outlook
  6. 13Self Worth

People & choices

Handle other people, and your own decisions.

4 lessons

  1. 14Communication
  2. 15Conflict
  3. 16Decision-Making
  4. 17Values & Goals

Staying on track

Spot triggers, get through hard moments, and make a plan.

4 lessons

  1. 18Behavior
  2. 19Challenges
  3. 20Final Review
  4. 21Next Steps

Reference

Key terms, defined.

  1. —Course Glossary

Support & help lines

Emergency — overdose or immediate danger
Call 911.
In crisis — thoughts of suicide
Call or text 988.
Free, confidential support — 24/7
Call 1-800-662-HELP (4357), the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration helpline. Prefer text? Text your ZIP code to 435748 (HELP4U).
Help near you — an anonymous treatment locator
findtreatment.gov