Course

Substance-related stroke risk — stimulants, alcohol, and harm-reduction conversations (Advanced)

Advanced course on modifiable risks in young stroke: stimulant/cocaine/meth risks, heavy alcohol, and how to discuss honestly with clinicians to reduce recurrence risk

Secondary PreventionSurvivorAdvanced20 minPlain (6–8)

Educational only

Educational only — not medical advice.

What you'll learn

  • Understand how stimulants and heavy alcohol can increase stroke risk
  • Prepare non-judgmental scripts for discussing use with clinicians
  • Create a risk-reduction plan (treatment, supports) if needed
  • Recognize urgent symptoms that require emergency care

Practice check

Check your understanding

A few untimed questions. Pick an answer to see instant feedback, then continue to the next lesson.

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Question 1

1. Honest disclosure helps clinicians choose safer prevention strategies.

Question 2

2. A helpful script is…

Question 3

3. Emergency symptom is…