Kratom 101: Pharmacology, Behavioral Effects, and Clinical Management

Needs Statement

Psychiatry and behavioral science healthcare professionals need to be equipped with the latest evidence-based knowledge and clinical skills to address complex psychiatric conditions. This series provides a platform for disseminating new research findings, updates in diagnosis and treatment, and empirical evidence-based practices. By engaging in case-based clinical scenario discussions and exploring therapeutic options and strategies, attendees can translate insights into practice, such as adopting novel therapies or adjusting prescribing habits. Ultimately these insights and skills can enable participants to refine their clinical decision-making, directly impacting clinical practice and improving patient outcomes.

Target Audience

Physicians, fellows, residents, nurses, and other health professionals.

Learning Objectives

At the conclusion of the activity, the participants should be able to:

  • Review the pharmacological profile of kratom and its active compounds and describe the mechanisms of action, including opioid receptor activity, and their implications for mental health and addiction.
  • Identify the behavioral and physiological effects of kratom and evaluate the therapeutic potential and risks of kratom use, including its impact on mood, anxiety, and substance use disorders.
  • Recognize the signs of dependence, withdrawal, and misuse, as well as the clinical management of kratom use.
  • Apply knowledge of opioids to monitor for similar patterns of dependence, withdrawal, and misuse in kratom use, including behavioral and physiological indicators of problematic use.
  • Discuss evidence-based approaches to treatment and harm reduction of kratom use.
Course summary
Available credit: 
  • 0.50 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
  • 0.50 Participation
  • 0.50 Social Work
Course opens: 
09/01/2025
Course expires: 
09/30/2027
Cost:
$1.00
Rating: 
0

Baylor College of Medicine is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

Baylor College of Medicine designates this enduring material activity for a maximum of 0.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™.  Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Social Work: The Baylor College of Medicine Division of Continuing Professional Development (License Number 7270) is an approved continuing education provider for Social Workers through the Texas State Board of Social Worker Examiners. This activity has been approved for 0.5 continuing education unit.

Available Credit

  • 0.50 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
  • 0.50 Participation
  • 0.50 Social Work

Price

Cost:
$1.00
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