This course is an introduction; and an examination of counseling substance use and other addictions. It will focus on the treatment of a wide variety of addictions. Topics include counseling; neurobiology; adolescents and family issues; pregnancy; trauma; and substance abuse prevention; and abuse of drugs today. This course emphasizes counseling and treatment for substance use and the impact of biological; sociological; psychological; and environmental factors on substance use. ( Fall)
Prerequisites
PSYC 101, Psyc 210
Semester Offered
Fall