Substance Use/Misuse and the Brain Infographic

https://www.samhsa.gov/sites/default/files/marijuana-infographic-risks-are-real

https://www.canva.com/learn/the-ultimate-guide-to-flyer-design/

To prepare:

• Review the Learning Resources on plain language.  
• Review the Learning Resources on flyers and infographics, including the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration infographic example.  
• Imagine you would like to design an informational flyer about the neurobiology of substance use disorders to supplement conversations like the one you had with the client and family in this week’s Discussion. Consider how you might communicate in a manner that helps clients and families understand the impact of substance use on the brain. 

Submit an informational flyer or infographic for clients and families that describes the neurobiology of substance use disorders. Be sure to include the following information in your flyer:   

• A brief explanation of the impact of substance use/misuse on the brain 
• A simple description of the biological basis of substance use disorders 
• Several long-term physiological risks of substance use  
• Visuals  
• References to sources used 
• One or two national substance use disorder resources for clients and families 

Note: Your pamphlet or flyer should use clear, accessible language, and include graphic or visual elements.